Three Cheese Vegetable Lasagna

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Servings: 8 Difficulty: Advanced
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A hearty, layered Italian classic featuring ricotta, mozzarella, and parmesan with a creamy vegetable sauce.
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This comforting Three Cheese Vegetable Lasagna is a family favorite that combines tender pasta sheets with a rich blend of ricotta, mozzarella, and parmesan cheeses. The dish features a homemade creamy vegetable sauce made from a roux base, enriched with spinach and mixed vegetables for added nutrition and flavor depth. Each layer is carefully assembled to ensure a perfect balance of textures, from the soft noodles to the melty cheese and savory sauce. It’s an ideal choice for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or meal prep, offering a satisfying vegetarian main that feeds a crowd. The nutmeg-kissed ricotta filling adds a subtle warmth that complements the hearty vegetables, making every bite delicious. Serve hot with a simple side salad for a complete, home-style meal that everyone will love.

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Three Cheese Vegetable Lasagna

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 8 Calories: 303.8

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This comforting Three Cheese Vegetable Lasagna is a family favorite that combines tender pasta sheets with a rich blend of ricotta, mozzarella, and parmesan cheeses. The dish features a homemade creamy vegetable sauce made from a roux base, enriched with spinach and mixed vegetables for added nutrition and flavor depth. Each layer is carefully assembled to ensure a perfect balance of textures, from the soft noodles to the melty cheese and savory sauce. It&# 226;ÂÂs an ideal choice for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or meal prep, offering a satisfying vegetarian main that feeds a crowd. The nutmeg-kissed ricotta filling adds a subtle warmth that complements the hearty vegetables, making every bite delicious. Serve hot with a simple side salad for a complete, home-style meal that everyone will love.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400ðF (200ðC).
  2. Cook lasagna noodles according to package directions until al dente.
  3. Drain noodles and place in a bowl of cold water to prevent sticking; drain again before assembling.
  4. Drain the VEG-ALL Mixed Vegetables, reserving 1/2 cup of the liquid.
  5. Melt 1/4 cup butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
  6. Add 1/4 cup chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
  7. Stir in 1/4 cup flour and cook for 1 minute to form a roux.
  8. Gradually whisk in the reserved vegetable liquid and 1 cup chicken broth.
  9. Cook and stir until the sauce thickens and comes to a simmer, then set aside.
  10. In a bowl, combine 1 egg, 1/2 lb ricotta cheese, 1 3/4 cups grated parmesan cheese, 1/8 tsp nutmeg, and the drained VEG-ALL vegetables to make the vegetable-ricotta filling.
  11. In a separate bowl, mix 10 oz cooked chopped spinach with 1/2 cup of the prepared sauce and 1 egg to make the spinach filling.
  12. Lightly grease a 13x9-inch baking dish.
  13. Spread a thin layer of sauce on the bottom of the dish and cover with 3 lasagna noodles.
  14. Spread the spinach filling evenly over the noodles, then top with 1/2 cup sauce and 1/2 cup parmesan cheese.
  15. Add another layer of 3 noodles and spread the vegetable-ricotta filling on top.
  16. Sprinkle with 1/2 of the shredded mozzarella cheese and 1/2 cup parmesan cheese.
  17. Add the remaining 3 noodles as the top layer.
  18. Pour the remaining sauce over the noodles and sprinkle with the remaining mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
  19. Bake uncovered for 30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  20. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing to allow layers to set.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 303.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14.2g22%
Saturated Fat 2.5g13%
Cholesterol 47.2mg16%
Sodium 1269.0mg53%
Total Carbohydrate 36.7g13%
Dietary Fiber 2.5g10%
Sugars 1.1g
Protein 12.4g25%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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