Creamy White Sauce Lasagna
This Creamy White Sauce Lasagna is the ultimate comfort food layers of tender pasta, rich béchamel sauce, and melted cheese baked until golden and bubbly. Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or make-ahead meals, this dish delivers restaurant-quality flavor with simple ingredients.
Why You’ll Love This Creamy Lasagna:
Rich, cheesy, and incredibly satisfying
Perfect make-ahead and freezer-friendly meal
Comfort food that feeds a crowd
Creamy white sauce alternative to traditional red sauce lasagna
Customizable with chicken, vegetables, or spinach
Ingredients:
Lasagna noodles, cooked al dente
Butter
All-purpose flour
Milk or cream
Garlic, minced
Mozzarella cheese, shredded
Parmesan cheese, grated
Ricotta or cream cheese (optional for extra creaminess)
Salt and black pepper
Italian seasoning
Fresh parsley or basil (for garnish)
Instructions:
Prepare the White Sauce (Béchamel):
Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute. Slowly add milk, whisking constantly until smooth and thick. Stir in garlic, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Assemble the Lasagna:
Spread a thin layer of white sauce in a baking dish. Add lasagna noodles, more sauce, ricotta (if using), and shredded mozzarella. Repeat layers.
Top & Bake:
Finish with plenty of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Cover with foil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 10–15 minutes until golden and bubbly.
Rest & Serve:
Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Health & Comfort Benefits:
Calcium-rich cheeses support strong bones
Provides long-lasting energy from pasta and dairy
Comforting, stress-relieving meal perfect for cozy nights
Easy to add vegetables for extra nutrients
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