Italian Sausage and Mushroom Lasagna with Bechamel Sauce

Health score
5%
Italian Sausage and Mushroom Lasagna with Bechamel Sauce
125 min.
15
310kcal

Suggestions

There is nothing quite like the comforting aroma of rich, savory Italian sausage mingling with earthy cremini mushrooms to signal that dinner is finally ready. This Italian Sausage and Mushroom Lasagna with Bechamel Sauce is a masterpiece of layering, offering a perfect balance of hearty textures and creamy depths that will satisfy any crowd. Unlike traditional recipes that rely solely on heavy cream or store-bought sauces, this dish features a homemade bechamel sauce infused with a pinch of nutmeg and fresh parsley, creating a velvety finish that elevates every bite.

What makes this lasagna truly special is its thoughtful assembly. By combining crumbled browned sausage with a smooth ricotta mixture, you achieve a flavor profile that is robust yet delicate. The use of no-boil noodles ensures convenience without compromising on texture, as they become tender and integrated perfectly after baking. Generous layers of part-skim mozzarella and grated Parmesan melt into a golden, bubbly crust, promising a satisfying crunch that contrasts beautifully with the soft interior.

Perfect for a family gathering or a cozy Sunday dinner, this recipe serves fifteen people, making it an ideal choice for feeding a large group or for meal prepping throughout the week. With a moderate calorie count of just 310 kcal per serving, it strikes a wonderful balance between indulgence and health, packed with protein from the sausage, ricotta, and cheese while keeping the fat content in check through the use of part-skim dairy options. Whether you are looking to impress guests or simply treat yourself to a homemade classic, this lasagna delivers warmth, flavor, and that unmistakable feeling of home-cooked comfort.

Ingredients

  • 0.5 pound bulk mild sausage italian
  • tablespoons butter 
  • cup cremini mushrooms divided chopped
  • tablespoon parsley dried
  •  eggs 
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • pinch ground nutmeg 
  • cups milk low-fat
  • 48 ounce tomatoes divided
  • ounce no-boil lasagna noodles divided
  • 0.5 cup parmesan cheese divided grated
  • 16 ounce part-skim mozzarella cheese shredded divided
  • 15 ounce part-skim ricotta cheese 
  • pinch salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil

Directions

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

Nutrition Facts

Calories310kcal
Protein23.77%
Fat46.36%
Carbs29.87%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.87
Glycemic Load
2.43
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
12.259565301563%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
6mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Isorhamnetin
0.44mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:309.86kcal
15.49%
Fat:16.2g
24.93%
Saturated Fat:8.44g
52.78%
Carbohydrates:23.49g
7.83%
Net Carbohydrates:21.4g
7.78%
Sugar:5.65g
6.28%
Cholesterol:68.63mg
22.88%
Sodium:859.44mg
37.37%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:18.69g
37.39%
Calcium:403.17mg
40.32%
Phosphorus:305.98mg
30.6%
Selenium:17.92µg
25.59%
Vitamin B2:0.33mg
19.56%
Vitamin A:826.1IU
16.52%
Potassium:497.34mg
14.21%
Zinc:2.08mg
13.84%
Vitamin B12:0.74µg
12.34%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.4%
Vitamin E:1.5mg
10.01%
Vitamin B6:0.19mg
9.75%
Vitamin B3:1.77mg
8.85%
Magnesium:33.7mg
8.43%
Fiber:2.09g
8.35%
Vitamin C:6.82mg
8.27%
Copper:0.17mg
8.26%
Iron:1.43mg
7.93%
Manganese:0.15mg
7.42%
Vitamin B5:0.7mg
7.02%
Folate:22.31µg
5.58%
Vitamin K:5.33µg
5.08%
Vitamin D:0.55µg
3.64%
Source:Allrecipes