Elegant Truffle-Infused Mushroom Lasagna with Fresh Herbs

Ingredients

• 12 pieces lasagna noodles, cooked al dente
• 1 cup truffle oil
• 1 pound mixed mushrooms, sliced
• 3 cups ricotta cheese
• 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3 cups whole milk, warmed
• 1 teaspoon nutmeg, freshly grated

Method

1. 01
   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. 02
   In a large skillet, heat the truffle oil over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté until golden and tender, about 8-10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, and set aside.
3. 03
   To prepare the béchamel sauce, melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk continuously for 1-2 minutes until it forms a smooth paste. Gradually whisk in the warmed milk and continue to stir until the sauce thickens, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in the nutmeg and a pinch of salt. Remove from heat.
4. 04
   In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, half of the Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, and thyme. Mix well to incorporate the herbs evenly.
5. 05
   To assemble the lasagna, spread a thin layer of béchamel sauce on the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Layer 3-4 lasagna noodles over the sauce. Spread half of the ricotta mixture over the noodles, followed by half of the sautéed mushrooms.
6. 06
   Add a layer of béchamel sauce followed by a third of the mozzarella cheese. Repeat the layers: noodles, ricotta mixture, mushrooms, béchamel, and mozzarella.
7. 07
   For the final layer, place the remaining noodles and cover with the remaining béchamel sauce. Top with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
8. 08
   Cover the dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is bubbly and golden brown.
9. 09
   Remove from the oven and let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with additional chopped parsley and thyme before serving.