Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 pounds fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 (15-ounce) can tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 pound lasagna noodles, uncooked
- 15 ounces ricotta cheese
- 15 ounces cottage cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 eggs
Preparation Time:
30 minutes
Cooking Time:
60-75 minutes
Difficulty Level:
3 (Medium)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add spinach and sauté until wilted, about 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add onion and garlic and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine ricotta cheese, cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, eggs, and spinach.
- Spread 1 cup of the sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Layer 4 lasagna noodles over the sauce.
- Spread half of the ricotta mixture over the noodles.
- Spread half of the remaining sauce over the ricotta mixture.
- Repeat layers with remaining noodles, ricotta mixture, and sauce.
- Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese over the top.
- Bake for 60-75 minutes, or until the lasagna is bubbly and hot throughout.
- Let stand for 15 minutes before serving.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 450 per serving
- Protein: 25 grams
- Fat: 18 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and flavorful with a hearty filling
- Combination of fresh spinach, savory meats, and creamy cheeses
- Perfect for a special occasion or family dinner
- Can be customized with different types of cheese or vegetables
User Comments:
- "This lasagna was absolutely delicious! The spinach added a great depth of flavor, and the ricotta and cottage cheese made it so creamy." - Stephanie
- "I made this for my family and they loved it. It's a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables." - Ashley
- "This is my go-to recipe for lasagna. It's always a hit with my guests." - Sarah
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If using frozen spinach, thaw and drain before using.
- Ricotta and cottage cheese can be replaced with any other type of cheese you prefer.
- To make a vegetarian lasagna, omit the ground beef.
- Lasagna can be made ahead of time and reheated when ready to serve.
