Lasagna Recipe
Layers of spinach and three cheeses topped with meat or marinara sauce.
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Ingredients
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Lasagna Ingredients
Method
Lasagna Preparation Directions
- 1
Prepare the Noodles
Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Sauté Spinach
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted. Season with salt and black pepper. Remove from heat.
- 3
Mix Cheeses
In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Mix well.
- 4
Assemble the Lasagna
In a 9x13 inch baking dish, spread a layer of marinara sauce at the bottom. Place 3 lasagna noodles on top. Layer half of the ricotta cheese mixture, half of the sautéed spinach, and half of the cooked meat. Add another layer of marinara sauce. Repeat the layers: noodles, ricotta mixture, spinach, meat, and marinara sauce. Top with remaining noodles and cover with the remaining marinara sauce. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
- 5
Bake
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- 6
Cool and Serve
Allow the lasagna to cool for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm.
