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How to Make Italian Sausage and Mushroom Lasagna with Béchamel Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

Italian cuisine is known for its bold flavors and hearty dishes, and one classic that always satisfies is lasagna. This rich and indulgent meal has been a favorite of many for centuries, and it's no wonder why. Layers of pasta, cheese, and savory fillings come together to create a harmonious and comforting dish that's perfect for any occasion.

One variation of this beloved dish that truly stands out is Italian Sausage and Mushroom Lasagna with Béchamel Sauce. This recipe takes traditi...

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Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • ½ pound bulk mild Italian sausage
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups low-fat milk
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch ground nutmeg
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 (15 ounce) container part-skim ricotta cheese
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley
  • 2 (24 ounce) jars marinara sauce
  • 1 (9 ounce) package no-boil lasagna noodles
  • 1 cup chopped cremini mushrooms
  • 1 (16 ounce) package shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 25 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 5 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 1 9x13-inch dish

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Place sausage in a skillet over medium heat and cook until browned and crumbly, about 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • To make béchamel sauce, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat and whisk in flour. Cook until light and foamy, about 2 minutes, whisking constantly; whisk in milk, a little at a time. Whisk in salt and nutmeg. Bring sauce to a bare simmer, whisking constantly until thickened, about 10 minutes. Remove sauce from heat and set aside.
  • Beat egg in a medium bowl; stir in ricotta cheese and parsley until thoroughly combined. Set aside.
  • To assemble lasagna, pour about 1 1/2 cups marinara sauce into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Top sauce with 4 lasagna noodles, overlapping if necessary. Layer 1/3 of the ricotta mixture, followed by 1/3 of the sausage, 1/3 cup mushrooms, 1/4 of the béchamel sauce, 1 cup mozzarella cheese, 1/8 cup Parmesan cheese, and 1 more cup marinara sauce over noodles. Repeat the layers twice more, ending with a final layer of noodles topped with remaining marinara sauce, béchamel sauce, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese. Cover the dish with foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly and noodles are tender, about 1 hour. Remove the foil and bake until the top cheese layer is browned, about 5 more minutes. Allow lasagna to stand for 10 minutes before cutting.

    • Nutrition

    186 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 45mg
    • Sodium: 451mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 9g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 12g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 221mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 263mg

    Categories

    Italian recipes
    Sausage recipes
    Mushroom recipes
    Lasagna recipes
    Béchamel sauce recipes