Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparation Steps
- Melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat in a saucepan. Whisk in 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour until smooth, cooking for about 1 minute. Gradually add 3 cups of whole milk, simmering until thickened, then stir in 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, salt, and black pepper.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 chopped onion, sautéing until soft—about 4 minutes. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 red bell pepper, 1 yellow bell pepper, and 1 diced zucchini, cooking until tender, approximately 5-7 minutes. Mix in 1 cup of drained frozen spinach, seasoning with salt and pepper. Let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, mix 1 cup of ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, and 1 egg until well combined. Gently fold in your cooled vegetable mixture until evenly distributed.
- Prepare 12 lasagna noodles according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread a layer of white sauce on the bottom of a baking dish. Layer 4 noodles, half of the vegetable filling, and 1 cup of shredded mozzarella. Repeat this twice, finishing with the last 4 noodles topped with the remaining white sauce and 1 cup of mozzarella.
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for another 20-25 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Remove the lasagna from the oven and allow it to rest for 10-15 minutes. This helps set the layers, making it easier to slice. Serve and enjoy!
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Notes
Garnish with fresh basil for an aromatic touch. Allow the lasagna to rest after baking for best results.
