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Hearty Vegetable Lasagna

Whether you’re feeding a crowd or preparing a cozy weeknight meal, this recipe is guaranteed to impress. Plus, it’s versatile enough to pair with a crisp side salad or warm garlic bread for the ultimate Italian-inspired feast.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6 People

Ingredients
  

  • 1 16-ounce package of lasagna noodles
  • 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
  • 1 pound of fresh mushrooms sliced
  • ¾ cup of chopped onion
  • ¾ cup of chopped green bell pepper
  • 3 cloves of garlic minced
  • 2 26-ounce jars of pasta sauce
  • 1 teaspoon of dried basil
  • 1 15-ounce container of part-skim ricotta cheese
  • 2 large eggs
  • 4 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese divided
  • ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions
 

  • Begin by cooking the lasagna noodles. Bring a large pot of water to a boil, then add the noodles and cook for approximately 10 minutes until they reach an al dente texture. Rinse them under cold water and drain thoroughly.
  • In a large saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the mushrooms, onion, green bell pepper, and garlic, stirring frequently until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes. Incorporate the pasta sauce and dried basil into the pan, bringing the mixture to a boil. Lower the heat and let it simmer gently for 15 minutes.
  • While the sauce is simmering, prepare the cheese mixture. In a medium-sized bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, two cups of the shredded mozzarella, and the eggs. Stir well until evenly blended.
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
  • Spread one cup of the prepared vegetable sauce over the base of the baking dish. Layer half of the cooked lasagna noodles on top, followed by half of the ricotta mixture, half of the remaining vegetable sauce, and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. Repeat these layers with the remaining noodles, ricotta mixture, sauce, and Parmesan cheese. Top the final layer with the remaining two cups of mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake the assembled lasagna in the preheated oven, uncovered, for 40 minutes. Once baked, allow it to rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
  • Enjoy this hearty and satisfying dish, perfect for any occasion!
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