Veggie Mexican Lasagna (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Black Bean Filling

01 - 2 tablespoons oil
02 - 1/2 cup shallots or onions, diced
03 - 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
04 - 1/2 cup zucchini, diced
05 - 1/2 cup yellow squash, diced
06 - 1 cup black beans or kidney beans
07 - 2/3 cup mixed bell peppers, diced
08 - 1/2 cup corn
09 - 1 1/2 tablespoons tomato paste
10 - 2 teaspoons taco seasoning
11 - 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
12 - 1 teaspoon red chili powder
13 - 1/2 teaspoon oregano
14 - 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
15 - Salt to taste
16 - 2 teaspoons hot sauce
17 - 2 tablespoons water
18 - 2 tablespoons cilantro, finely chopped

→ Bechamel Sauce

19 - 2 tablespoons butter
20 - 1 tablespoon oil
21 - 3 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
22 - 2 1/2 cups milk
23 - 1/4 cup spinach, chopped and squeezed
24 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
25 - 2 teaspoons sugar
26 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
27 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
28 - 2 tablespoons mixed shredded cheese

→ Assembly

29 - 8 lasagna sheets, cooked al dente
30 - 2 1/2 - 3 cups marinara sauce
31 - 1 cup mixed cheese (mozzarella and gruyère)

# Instructions:

01 - Sauté vegetables in oil, add beans and mash lightly. Add seasonings, tomato paste, and remaining vegetables. Finish with hot sauce, water and cilantro.
02 - Make roux with butter, oil, and flour. Gradually whisk in milk. Add spinach, seasonings, and cheese until melted.
03 - Start with marinara, then layer lasagna sheets, bechamel, cheese, bean filling, and more cheese. Repeat layers.
04 - Cover with foil and bake at 375°F for 20 minutes covered, 10 minutes uncovered. Optional broil for crispy top.

# Notes:

01 - Can customize vegetables in filling
02 - Can broil for extra crispy top
03 - Make sure spinach is well squeezed