BOLOGNESE VEGETABLE LASAGNA WITH WHITE RICOTTA BECHAMEL SAUCE

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Clipped this recipe from a Ronzoni Lasagna box, stating that it is "a contemporary version of a traditional dish from Bologna in Northern Italy. ...Nutmeg is a common is a common enhancement to dishes from this region." Made it for dinner with in-law's and it was delicious!

Provided by Maureen in MA

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 pieces, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (16 ounce) package lasagna noodles (Ronzoni brand)
1 cup Fontina cheese, shredded
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well-drained
1 cup carrot, shredded
1 cup zucchini, shredded
3 cups part-skim ricotta cheese
1 egg
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons oil
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Cook lasagna according to package instructions; drain. Separate lasagna and lay out flat on wax paper or aluminum foil to prevent sticking as they cool.
  • Combine fontina cheese, vegetables, 2-1/2 cups of ricotta and the egg.
  • Assemble: Place layer of lasagna on bottom of 13 x 9" baking dish. Spread with 1/2 of the cheese mixture. Repeat layers, ending with lasagna.
  • Sauce: Saute onions in oil until tender. Add flour and nutmeg. Stir in broth and remaining ricotta. Cook and stir until mixture comes to a boil. Spoon over lasagna.
  • Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  • Cover with aluminum foil and bake at 350 F for 45 minutes. Uncover and broil about 2-3 minutes or until it is lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 494.3, Fat 18.7, SaturatedFat 9.1, Cholesterol 73, Sodium 463.6, Carbohydrate 54.2, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 4.2, Protein 27.2

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