Microwave Lasagne Layered With Spinach(Serves 8)

Name: Microwave Lasagne Layered With Spinach(Serves 8)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 uncooked (Yes, uncooked!) lasagne noodles; 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter; 1 medium onion, finely chopped (about 1 c.); 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 4 oz. mushrooms, wiped clean and thinly sliced; 28 oz. canned unsalted tomatoes, drained and coarsely chopped (reserve the juice); 4 Tbsp. unsalted tomato paste; 1/4 c. red wine; 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh basil leaves or 1 Tbsp. dried basil; 1/2 Tbsp. dried oregano or 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh oregano; 2 Tbsp. dark brown sugar; 1/2 tsp. salt; freshly ground black pepper; 2 Tbsp. freshly grated Parmesan cheese; 1 lb. part skim Ricotta cheese; 1 egg white; 1 lb. fresh spinach, rinsed, stemmed, blanched in boiling water for 1 minute, squeezed dry and chopped; 8 oz. part skim Mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced

Servings: persons

8 uncooked (Yes, uncooked!) lasagne noodles
2 Tbsp. unsalted butter
1 medium onion, finely chopped (about 1 c.)
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
4 oz. mushrooms, wiped clean and thinly sliced
28 oz. canned unsalted tomatoes, drained and coarsely chopped (reserve the juice)
4 Tbsp. unsalted tomato paste
1/4 c. red wine
1 Tbsp. chopped fresh basil leaves or 1 Tbsp. dried basil
1/2 Tbsp. dried oregano or 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh oregano
2 Tbsp. dark brown sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
freshly ground black pepper
2 Tbsp. freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 lb. part skim Ricotta cheese
1 egg white
1 lb. fresh spinach, rinsed, stemmed, blanched in boiling water for 1 minute, squeezed dry and chopped
8 oz. part skim Mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced

1
(Takes only 20 minutes to assemble!)
2
To begin sauce, put butter in a 2-quart glass bowl, cover with lid or plastic wrap and microwave on High until the butter is melted.
3
Add onion, garlic and mushrooms and toss them until they are coated with butter. Cover bowl again and microwave on Medium High (70% power) for 2 minutes.
4
Add tomatoes, reserved tomato juice, tomato paste, wine, oregano, basil, sugar, salt and some pepper.
5
Stir well.
6
Cover bowl with a paper towel and microwave contents on High for 12 minutes, stirring every 4 minutes.
7
Stir in Parmesan cheese and set mixture aside.

1404

kcal

Calories

Fat

195

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 uncooked (Yes, uncooked!) lasagne noodles, 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter, 1 medium onion, finely chopped (about 1 c.), 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Microwave Lasagne Layered With Spinach(Serves 8) 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!