Zucchini and Bacon Three Cheese Lasagna

What you need:

For the lasagna:

• 1 zucchini, diced
• 1 Tbsp. olive oil
• 1 clove minced garlic
• 1/2 tsp each salt and pepper
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, plus some
• 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1 egg
• 1/2 tsp. each salt and pepper
• 1 cup marinara or spaghetti sauce
• 1/2 cup shredded smoked mozzarella cheese
• 4 oven ready lasagna noodles

For the Bechamel sauce:

• 1 Tbsp. butter
• 1 Tbsp. all purpose flour
• 1/2 cup milk
• Salt and pepper
• Nutmeg

Directions:

1. Combine zucchini, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper into a bowl. Toss to coat and then roast in an 8x8-inch pan for 15 minutes in a preheated 400 degree oven.
2. Place roasted zucchini back into the bowl and combine with 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, Parmesan, bacon, egg, salt, and pepper and set aside.
3. For the bechamel sauce: melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat.
4. Add flour and whisk for about 3 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and a dash of nutmeg.
5. Pour into the bottom of the 8x8-inch pan.
6. Top with 2 lasagna noodles, zucchini, 2 more lasagna noodles, marinara, smoked mozzarella, and a little more Parmesan cheese.
7. Cover and bake at 400 degrees for about 20 minutes or until heated through and sauce is bubbly.
8. Then uncover and bake for about 15 minutes or until cheese turns golden. Rest for 10 minutes then serve.

Recipe from Kevin & Amanda

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