Mushroom Lasagna
A delicious and hearty mushroom lasagna layered with tender noodles, rich marinara sauce, creamy ricotta, and flavorful mushrooms, perfect for gatherings and family dinners.
Ingredients
Lasagna components
- 9 pieces lasagna noodles
- 2 cups marinara sauce Use your favorite brand or homemade
Cheese mixtures
- 2 cups ricotta cheese Can substitute with cottage cheese or dairy-free alternative
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Vegetables and seasonings
- 2 cups mushrooms, chopped Preferably fresh, such as cremini or shiitake
- 1 piece egg
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- to taste Salt and pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions until they are al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil and sauté the chopped mushrooms until tender.
- In a bowl, mix together ricotta cheese, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Layering
- Spread a little marinara sauce in the bottom of a baking dish.
- Layer noodles, then the ricotta mixture, sautéed mushrooms, and mozzarella cheese. Repeat until all ingredients are used, ending with noodles topped with marinara.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top.
Baking
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes, then uncover and bake for another 15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve with a side salad or garlic bread. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley. Can be prepared a day in advance.