Olive Garden 5-Cheese Lasagna (Copycat Recipe)

Name: Olive Garden 5-Cheese Lasagna (Copycat Recipe)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: CREAM SAUCE; 1/4 cup butter; 1/4 cup flour; 2 cups milk; CHEESE FILLING; 1/4 cup sun-dried tomato packed in oil, minced; 1 tablespoon fresh garlic, minced; 3 1/2 cups ricotta cheese; 3 eggs; 1 cup grated parmesan cheese; 1/2 cup grated romano cheese; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper; OTHER; 4 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded; 1 cup spinach lasagna noodles or 1 cup regular lasagna noodle, if unavailable; marinara sauce, as desired; extra parmesan cheese, freshly grated

Servings: persons

CREAM SAUCE
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup flour
2 cups milk
CHEESE FILLING
1/4 cup sun-dried tomato packed in oil, minced
1 tablespoon fresh garlic, minced
3 1/2 cups ricotta cheese
3 eggs
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 cup grated romano cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
OTHER
4 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 cup spinach lasagna noodles or 1 cup regular lasagna noodle, if unavailable
marinara sauce, as desired
extra parmesan cheese, freshly grated

1
Melt butter with medium heat in heavy 1 quart saucepan.
2
Add flour and stir until well blended; cook until frothy.
3
Add milk, stirring constantly with wire whisk as mixture comes to a simmer.
4
Cook and stir until thickened (3-4 minutes).
5
Chill while mixing other ingredients.
6
Drain and mince tomatoes and garlic.
7
Place other cheese filling ingredients in 3-quart mixing bowl with tomatoes and garlic.
8
Add 1-1/2 cups of cooled cream sauce and mix until well blended.
9
Refrigerate, reserving 1/2-cup for later use.
10
Cook lasagna noodles according to package directions.
11
Cool under cold water and drain.
12
Place 3 lasagna noodles in a 9x13x2 lightly oiled baking dish, overlapping slightly.
13
Spread 1-1/2 cups cheese filling over noodles; sprinkle with one cup mozzarella and 1/4-cup fontina cheese.
14
Repeat pasta and cheese layering; top with remaining three lasagna noodles.
15
Spread 1/2-cup of reserved cream sauce over top and cover lightly with foil.
16
Preheat oven to 350 and bake for 1 hour.

1389

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: CREAM SAUCE, 1/4 cup butter, 1/4 cup flour, 2 cups milk, and more.

Yes, Olive Garden 5-Cheese Lasagna (Copycat Recipe) falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!