White Lasagna

Elevate your dinner table with this White Lasagna, a creamy twist on a classic Italian favorite. Layers of tender pasta, rich cheeses, and a luscious béchamel sauce come together for a comforting, flavor-packed dish that’s perfect for busy nights. Using Benissimo’s premium oils and seasonings enhances every layer with authentic, gourmet flavor, making this recipe a standout among easy recipes, weeknight recipes, and memorable family recipes everyone will love.

Serves 8

Ingredients:

16 ounce package lasagna noodles
2 ounces prosciutto, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon Benissimo Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 shallot, chopped
12 ounces mushrooms, sliced
10 ounces fresh spinach
2 cups ricotta cheese
2 ounces Parmesan cheese, grated
4 teaspoons Dill & Tarragon Seasoned Sea Salt, divided
1 ounce fontina cheese, shredded
Cooking spray
2 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded (about ½ cup)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350˚F.
2. Cook noodles according to directions until al dente.
3. Cook prosciutto in a large skillet over medium high heat until crisp.  Remove to a plate; cool slightly and crumble.  
4. Return pan to medium high heat.  Add Benissimo EVOO to pan; swirl to coat.  Add shallot; sauté 2 minutes.  Add mushrooms; cook 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.  Stir in spinach; cook 2 minutes or until it wilts.  Remove from heat and drain.
5. Combine ricotta cheese, Parmesan, 2 teaspoons of the Dill & Tarragon Seasoned Sea Salt and fontina cheese in a large bowl.  Add spinach mixture and prosciutto, stirring well to combine.  
6. Coat lasagna pan with cooking spray.  Arrange 4 lasagna noodles in pan.  Spoon ⅓ filling evenly over noodles, top filling with 4 more noodles.  Repeat layers twice, ending with pasta noodles.
7. Combine remaining 2 teaspoons Dill & Tarragon Seasoned Sea Salt with mozzarella cheese.  Sprinkle evenly over lasagna.
8. Cover pan loosely with foil coated with cooking spray.  Bake for 20 minutes.  Uncover and bake an additional 15 minutes or until bubbly and browned.  Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

This White Lasagna is a fuss-free way to enjoy a rich, satisfying Italian meal at home. Ideal for weeknight recipes or gathering the family around the table, it brings warmth and comfort to any occasion. With simple steps and the added depth of Benissimo’s handcrafted oils and spices, it’s one of those easy recipes that feels indulgent yet approachable—a perfect addition to your collection of beloved family recipes.