White Cheese Lasagna
Transport your taste buds to creamy heaven with this indulgent White Cheese Lasagna recipe, a decadent twist on the classic Italian favorite that skips the tomato sauce and highlights layers of velvety white béchamel. Featuring tender lasagna noodles smothered in a luscious garlic-infused white sauce, this dish is loaded with ricotta, gooey mozzarella, and nutty Parmesan for a trifecta of cheesy perfection. Optional layers of fresh spinach or shredded chicken add extra heartiness, making it a versatile crowd-pleaser for any occasion. With just 20 minutes of prep time and an oven-baked finish that yields a golden, bubbling masterpiece, this rich and comforting lasagna is guaranteed to become a family dinner favorite. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, it’s a creamy sensation you won't want to miss!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces lasagna noodles
- 6 tablespoons butter
- 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 4 cups milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 4 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cups spinach, fresh or frozen (optional)
- 2 cups chicken, cooked and shredded (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cook the lasagna noodles in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente, following the package instructions. Drain and set aside on a clean towel to prevent sticking.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the flour and whisk continuously for 1-2 minutes to create a roux.
Gradually pour in the milk, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Continue stirring until the sauce thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
Season the sauce with salt, garlic powder, and black pepper. Remove from heat and set aside.
Spread a thin layer of the white sauce in the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Place a layer of lasagna noodles over the sauce, ensuring they overlap slightly. Spread 1/3 of the ricotta cheese over the noodles, then sprinkle 1/3 of the mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.
If using spinach or shredded chicken, spread 1/3 of each over the cheese layer.
Add 1/3 of the white sauce over the cheese and repeat the layering process (noodles, ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, spinach/chicken, white sauce) two more times, finishing with a layer of sauce and mozzarella on top.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil, ensuring it does not touch the cheese layer, and bake for 25 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbling.
Let the lasagna cool for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your White Cheese Lasagna!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6960 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 292.4 g | 375% | |
| Saturated Fat | 160.8 g | 804% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1424 mg | 475% | |
| Sodium | 8442 mg | 367% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 645.1 g | 235% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.4 g | 116% | |
| Total Sugars | 82.7 g | ||
| Protein | 463.0 g | 926% | |
| Vitamin D | 11.1 mcg | 55% | |
| Calcium | 7830 mg | 602% | |
| Iron | 44.0 mg | 244% | |
| Potassium | 6551 mg | 139% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
