Vegetarian Lasagna Recipe
Layers of pasta with ricotta, spinach, and marinara sauce.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Cheese Mixture
Vegetable Filling
Sauce
Method
Preparation
- 1
Cook the Lasagna Noodles
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add lasagna noodles and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Spinach Filling
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add chopped spinach and cook until wilted, approximately 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- 3
Mix the Cheese Filling
In a large bowl, combine ricotta cheese, half of the shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, egg, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well combined.
Assembly
- 4
Layer the Ingredients
In a 9x13 inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom. Place 3 lasagna noodles over the sauce, followed by half of the spinach filling, half of the cheese mixture, and a third of the marinara sauce. Repeat the layers, finishing with a layer of noodles topped with the remaining marinara sauce and the remaining mozzarella cheese.
Baking
- 5
Bake the Lasagna
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Cover the lasagna with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- 6
Cool and Serve
Allow the lasagna to cool for 10-15 minutes before slicing. Serve warm, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.