Description
Creamy Spinach & Cheese Lasagna is a comforting Italian classic that blends rich ricotta, gooey mozzarella, and fresh spinach between layers of tender lasagna noodles. This dish not only tantalizes your taste buds with its creamy texture and vibrant flavors but also makes for a stunning centerpiece at any dinner table. Perfect for family meals or entertaining guests, each slice promises to delight everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 lasagna noodles
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups canned tomato sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, then add spinach and cook until wilted. Set aside to cool.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, egg, half of the mozzarella, sautéed spinach, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce in the baking dish. Layer noodles, followed by half of the ricotta mixture and more sauce. Repeat layers, finishing with noodles topped with remaining sauce and mozzarella.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg