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White Lasagna with Spinach

A creamy and indulgent lasagna featuring ricotta and fresh spinach, layered with a rich white sauce, perfect for a comforting vegetarian meal.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Serving Size 8 servings

Ingredients

Lasagna Components

  • 12 oz Lasagna noodles (regular or no-boil) If using no-boil, reduce sauce slightly
  • 6-8 cups Fresh spinach Or 12–16 oz frozen, thawed and well-drained
  • 2 cups Ricotta cheese
  • 2-3 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2-3/4 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2-3 cups Cream or prepared béchamel sauce Enough to coat layers

Flavoring Ingredients

  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 small Onion, finely diced
  • 1-2 tbsp Olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish lightly with olive oil or nonstick spray.
  • Cook lasagna noodles according to package directions until al dente. Drain and lay them flat on a parchment sheet or lightly oiled surface to prevent sticking.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 4–5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
  • Add fresh spinach in batches and cook until wilted, tossing as it cooks (about 2–3 minutes). If using frozen spinach, squeeze excess water out with a towel or cheesecloth. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Transfer the cooked spinach mixture to a bowl and let cool slightly. Stir in the ricotta, taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Optionally add a pinch of nutmeg.

Assembly

  • Spread a thin layer of white sauce (about 1/2 cup) on the bottom of the prepared baking dish to prevent sticking.
  • Layer a single layer of lasagna noodles, spread half of the spinach-ricotta mixture over, top with shredded mozzarella, and spoon on more white sauce.
  • Repeat layering noodles, spinach-ricotta, mozzarella, and sauce until ingredients are used, finishing with a final layer of sauce and remaining mozzarella.

Baking

  • Sprinkle grated Parmesan evenly across the top. Cover the dish tightly with foil.
  • Bake covered for 25 minutes, remove the foil, and bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbling.
  • Remove from oven and let rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing.

Notes

For variations, consider adding sautéed mushrooms or substituting with part-skim ricotta for fewer calories. Can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated before baking.