Ingredients and Weight:
- 12 lasagna noodles (about 9 ounces)
- 1 onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 (10-ounce) package frozen spinach, thawed and drained
- 1 cup (8 ounces) ricotta cheese
- 1 cup (8 ounces) cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup (4 ounces) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (about 4 ounces)
Preparation Time:
30 minutes
Cooking Time:
45 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and cook until softened. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, spinach, ricotta cheese, cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Spread 1/2 cup of the sauce in the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Top with 6 lasagna noodles.
- Spread with 1/2 of the remaining sauce.
- Top with 1/2 of the mozzarella cheese.
- Repeat layers once.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
- Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1/8 of lasagna):
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 15 grams
- Carbohydrates: 35 grams
- Protein: 20 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Creamy and flavorful
- Cheesy and satisfying
- Perfect for a vegetarian meal
User Comments:
- "This lasagna was delicious! I loved the creamy sauce and the spinach added a great flavor." - Sarah
- "I'm not usually a fan of vegetarian lasagnas, but this one was really good. The flavors were well-balanced and it was very satisfying." - David
- "I love that this lasagna is easy to make and it's a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables." - Jessica
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have fresh spinach, you can use frozen spinach that has been thawed and drained.
- You can use any type of cheese you like for the lasagna. Mozzarella, cheddar, or Monterey Jack are all good options.
- Let the lasagna stand for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. This will help it to set and make it easier to cut.
