Bechamel and Spinach Lasagna

• For 6 people
• Preparation time (dont cuisson) : 90 minutes
• Cooking time : 45 minutes
• Difficulty (0 to 5) : 3

Ingredients

• Bechamel Sauce
  • Butter : 4 tablespoons
  • All-purpose flour : 4 tablespoons
  • Milk : 4 cups
  • Salt : 1 teaspoon
  • Nutmeg : 1/4 teaspoon
• Spinach Filling
  • Fresh spinach : 10 ounces
  • Ricotta cheese : 1 cup
  • Parmesan cheese : 1/2 cup
  • Egg : 1
• Lasagna Assembly
  • Lasagna noodles : 12 sheets
  • Mozzarella cheese : 2 cups
  • Parmesan cheese : 1/2 cup

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Steps

• Prepare the Bechamel Sauce
• Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
• Add the flour and whisk continuously for 2 minutes until well combined.
• Gradually pour in the milk while whisking constantly.
• Cook the sauce for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens.
• Season with salt and nutmeg. Set aside.
• Prepare the Spinach Filling
• Blanch the spinach in boiling water for 1 minute, then drain and squeeze out excess water.
• In a bowl, combine the blanched spinach, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, and egg. Mix well.
• Assemble the Lasagna
• Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Cook the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.
• Spread a thin layer of bechamel sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
• Place a layer of lasagna noodles on top of the sauce.
• Spread half of the spinach filling evenly over the noodles.
• Sprinkle a layer of mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese on top.
• Repeat the layers, ending with a layer of bechamel sauce and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
• Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
• Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly.
• Let the lasagna cool for a few minutes before serving.

Tips

• You can add other vegetables like mushrooms or bell peppers to the spinach filling for extra flavor.
• Make sure to drain the spinach well to avoid excess moisture in the lasagna.

Information

• Bechamel sauce is a classic French white sauce made from butter, flour, and milk.
• Lasagna is a popular Italian dish consisting of layers of pasta, sauce, and cheese.