Creamy White Lasagna Recipe: Comfort in Every Layer

My Perfect Creamy White Lasagna Recipe offers layers of pasta enveloped in a luscious béchamel sauce and a glorious mix of gooey cheeses.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 40

Resting Time 15

Total Time 1 15

Servings: 8 slices

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Lasagna Layers

12 ounces Lasagna Noodles No-boil noodles save time
15 ounces Ricotta Cheese Cottage cheese for lighter option
16 ounces Mozzarella Cheese Blend with provolone for depth
1 cup Parmesan Cheese Pecorino Romano as substitute

Béchamel Sauce

5 tablespoons Butter Unsalted preferred
5 tablespoons Flour All-purpose or gluten-free
4 cups Milk Whole milk or half-and-half
1 teaspoon Nutmeg Freshly grated enhances flavor

Optional Ingredients

2 cups Spinach Fresh or frozen, drained
2 cups Cooked Chicken or Sausage Ground turkey as lighter option

Equipment

Large pot
medium saucepan
large baking dish
Whisk
Plastic Wrap
Aluminum foil

Method

Assembly Instructions

Cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions if using regular noodles. Drain and lay flat on a towel.
In a saucepan, melt butter and whisk in flour to create a roux. Cook for 2 minutes, then add milk until thick.
In a baking dish, pour a layer of béchamel. Layer noodles, ricotta, mozzarella, optional veggies, and more béchamel.
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cover lasagna with foil and bake for 30 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes.
Let lasagna rest for 15 minutes before slicing to allow layers to set.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to customize layers with your favorite vegetables or proteins for a personal touch.

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