Lasagna Spinaci (Italian Spinach Lasagna) Recipe

Name: Lasagna Spinaci (Italian Spinach Lasagna)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Sauce; 2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes; 2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes; 1 cup white onion, diced; 3 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped; 2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning; 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped; 2 tablespoons unbleached cane sugar; 1 garlic clove, minced; Pasta; 12 whole wheat lasagna noodles; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 15 ounces fat-free ricotta cheese; 3 cups chopped spinach; 1/2 cup fresh parmesan cheese, shredded; 2 tablespoons kalamata olives, finely chopped (optional); 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1/4 teaspoon sea salt; 1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded; 1/4 cup fat free mozzarella cheese, shredded; 1 -2 cup cooked italian sausage (optional)

Servings: persons

Sauce
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
1 cup white onion, diced
3 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped
2 tablespoons unbleached cane sugar
1 garlic clove, minced
Pasta
12 whole wheat lasagna noodles
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
15 ounces fat-free ricotta cheese
3 cups chopped spinach
1/2 cup fresh parmesan cheese, shredded
2 tablespoons kalamata olives, finely chopped (optional)
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded
1/4 cup fat free mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 -2 cup cooked italian sausage (optional)

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["Prepare marinara: Saute onions in saucepan. Do not brown.", "Add liquid drained from diced tomatoes.", "Add basil, Italian seasoning, oregano, sugar & red peppers.", "Simmer 30 minutes or until reduced by half.", "Add all tomatoes & garlic, and cook 1 minute. Remove from heat & set aside.", "Prepare Pasta: Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain, rinse, return to pot & cover w/ cold water.", "Prepare Filling: Heat oil in nonstick skillet over medium heat.", "Add garlic and cook 20 seconds. Add spinach and cook, stirring often, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer to bowl.", "Stir in ricotta, parmesan, olives, crushed red pepper, salt and 1/2-2/3 c marinara.", "Spread 1/3-1/2 cup marinara in bottom of 9x13"" baking dish.", "Line bottom of baking dish with single layer of lasagna noodles. Spoon layer of filling over noodles and spread evenly.", "If desired, add layer of cooked Italian sausage. Repeat layers. Top with marinara sauce & mozarella.", "Bake 20-25 minutes until bubbling & cheese melted.", "Can be frozen up to 1 month."]

1662

kcal

Calories

Fat

280

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Sauce, 2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes, 2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes, 1 cup white onion, diced, and more.

Yes, Lasagna Spinaci (Italian Spinach Lasagna) falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Lasagna Spinaci (Italian Spinach Lasagna)

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