Mushroom Lasagna
Italian Medium

Mushroom Lasagna

An Italian-style lasagna featuring roasted portobellos and a light mushroom-infused béchamel

italianvegetarianbakeddinner
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⏱️ 2 hours 15 minutes 45 minutes prep · 40 minutes cook
🍽️ 9 Serves
460 Calories
18g Protein
35g Carbs
28g Fat

Why This Recipe Works

Roasting portobellos concentrates their earthy flavor, while a light, mushroom-infused béchamel ensures the no-boil noodles reach the perfect texture. A bright gremolata of lemon zest and fresh herbs cuts through the richness of the fontina and Parmesan.


Instructions

1

Adjust an oven rack to the middle position and heat the oven to 425°F. Toss the portobello mushrooms with oil, salt, and pepper on two rimmed baking sheets. Roast until the mushrooms are tender and have released their liquid, about 20 minutes, swapping the sheets halfway through.

2

Pulse the white mushrooms in a food processor until they are finely chopped. In a large pot over medium-high heat, cook the red onions until they are softened and just beginning to brown. Stir in the processed white mushrooms and the dried porcini. Cook until the mushrooms are deeply browned and a dark crust forms on the bottom of the pot, about 10 minutes.

3

Stir in most of the garlic, reserving about a teaspoon for the herb mixture. Cook until fragrant, then pour in the vermouth. Scape the bottom of the pot with a wooden spoon to release the flavorful browned bits and simmer until the liquid has completely evaporated.

4

Melt the butter into the mushroom mixture, then whisk in the flour until well combined. Gradually whisk in the water and milk, then bring the mixture to a simmer. Cook until the sauce is slightly thickened, about 5 minutes — it should remain relatively loose to ensure the no-boil noodles cook through. Stir in the nutmeg, salt, and pepper to taste.

5

Combine the basil, parsley, lemon zest, and the reserved teaspoon of raw garlic in a small bowl to create the gremolata.

6

Spread a thin layer of the mushroom sauce in a 13x9-inch baking dish. Arrange three noodles on top, followed by more sauce, a portion of the roasted portobellos, a sprinkle of the gremolata, and a handful of the fontina and Parmesan. Repeat this layering three more times, finishing with a final layer of noodles topped with the remaining sauce and cheese.

7

Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking until the cheese is bubbling and the top is golden brown, about 15 minutes. Let the lasagna rest for 15 minutes to allow the layers to set before slicing.

💡 Resting is essential for clean slices; otherwise, the béchamel will be too fluid.


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Storage: Refrigerate for up to 3 days. Freezes well for up to 2 months.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I freeze this recipe?

Refrigerate for up to 3 days. Freezes well for up to 2 months.

What substitutions can I make?
  • Italian fontina cheese: whole-milk mozzarella
Rohit Bothra
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Rohit Bothra

Self-taught cook exploring global vegetarian cuisine from my Atlanta kitchen.

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