Hearty Vegetable Lasagna

Ingredients and Weight:

• Lasagna noodles, 12 ounces
• Olive oil, 2 tablespoons
• Onion, 1 medium, chopped
• Carrots, 2 medium, chopped
• Celery, 2 stalks, chopped
• Garlic, 4 cloves, minced
• Italian seasoning, 2 teaspoons
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Canned crushed tomatoes, 28 ounces
• Tomato paste, 2 tablespoons
• Vegetable broth, 2 cups
• Zucchini, 1 medium, sliced
• Yellow squash, 1 medium, sliced
• Mushrooms, 8 ounces, sliced
• Ricotta cheese, 15 ounces
• Mozzarella cheese, 8 ounces, shredded
• Parmesan cheese, 1/2 cup, grated

Preparation Time:

30 minutes

Cooking Time:

90 minutes

Difficulty Level:

3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Add the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste and cook for 5 minutes more.
4. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat and cook until the sauce has thickened, about 15 minutes.
5. In a large baking dish, spread a thin layer of the sauce on the bottom. Arrange 4 lasagna noodles on top.
6. Spread half of the zucchini, squash, and mushrooms over the noodles. Top with half of the ricotta cheese, and then half of the mozzarella cheese.
7. Repeat the layers.
8. Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese on top.
9. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the lasagna is heated through.

Nutritional Information:

(Per serving)

• Calories: 450
• Fat: 18g
• Carbohydrates: 60g
• Protein: 25g

Dish Characteristics:

• Hearty and flavorful
• Made with fresh vegetables
• Creamy ricotta cheese filling
• Balanced combination of savory and sweet flavors

User Comments:

• "This is the best lasagna I've ever had! It's so rich and flavorful."
• "I love that it's made with vegetables. It's a healthy and delicious way to get your veggies."
• "The ricotta cheese filling is so creamy and smooth. It pairs perfectly with the savory sauce."
• "I'm not usually a big fan of lasagna, but this one is a game-changer. It's so good!"
• "This is a great recipe to feed a crowd. It's easy to make and everyone loves it."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use fresh, high-quality vegetables for the best flavor.
• If you don't have crushed tomatoes, you can use diced tomatoes and puree them with an immersion blender or in a regular blender.
• You can add other vegetables to your lasagna, such as bell peppers, spinach, or broccoli.
• To make your lasagna even more flavorful, let it rest for at least 15 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld.