Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced yellow squash and diced green zucchini. Sauté for 5-7 minutes to evaporate excess water. Remove from pan.
- In the same skillet, wilt the chopped spinach for 2-3 minutes. Transfer to a clean towel and vigorously wring out all excess liquid once cool enough to handle.
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in whole milk. Simmer until thick and creamy. Season with salt, garlic powder, and nutmeg.
- In a bowl, combine the smooth ricotta cheese, egg, and remaining salt. Fold until completely mixed to create a stable, smooth cheese layer.
- Boil the ruffled lasagna noodles in heavily salted water for 2 minutes less than package instructions until very al dente. Drain and lay flat on parchment paper.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a rectangular white ceramic baking dish, layer béchamel, noodles, ricotta, veggies, béchamel drizzle, and mozzarella. Repeat layers, finishing with noodles on top.
- Top with remaining béchamel and mozzarella. Cover tightly with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake 10-15 more minutes. Broil for the final 2 minutes until perfectly charred crispy spots form on the golden-brown mozzarella. Garnish heavily with fresh chopped parsley and coarse black pepper. Rest for 15 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition
Notes
Squeeze the Spinach Ruthlessly: Ensuring no moisture remains in the spinach guarantees a thick, structurally sound lasagna.
Use Low-Moisture Block Mozzarella: Pre-shredded bagged cheese will not yield the bubbling, charred crispy spots required for the ultimate presentation.
Use Low-Moisture Block Mozzarella: Pre-shredded bagged cheese will not yield the bubbling, charred crispy spots required for the ultimate presentation.
