Papa Roberto's Spinach Lasagna Recipe

Name: Papa Roberto's Spinach Lasagna
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb lasagna noodle; 1 lb ground beef; 1 lb Italian sausage, cut into small pieces; 1 large onion, chopped; 6 garlic cloves, minced; 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes; 2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 ½ teaspoons basil; 2 teaspoons fennel seeds; ½ teaspoon pepper; 2 teaspoons red chili pepper flakes (or to taste); 3 ounces ruby port; 1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese; 1 lb mozzarella cheese, shredded; 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated; 3 (16 ounce) bags spinach; 1 lb mozzarella cheese, shredded; 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Servings: persons

1 lb lasagna noodle
1 lb ground beef
1 lb Italian sausage, cut into small pieces
1 large onion, chopped
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 ½ teaspoons basil
2 teaspoons fennel seeds
½ teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons red chili pepper flakes (or to taste)
3 ounces ruby port
1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
1 lb mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
3 (16 ounce) bags spinach
1 lb mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 cup parmesan cheese, grated

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Directions:.
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Prepare the lasagna noodles according to package directions.
3
Drain and set aside.
4
Meat Sauce:.
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Use a Dutch oven or large heavy pot suitable for slow cooking.
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Brown the ground beef and sausage.
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Drain off the grease.
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Add the onion and garlic to the meat/sausage mixture.
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Saute until onion is tender.
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Grind the fennel seed with mortar and pestle.
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Add the sugar, salt, basil, fennel seed, pepper, chili flakes, tomatoes and tomato paste.
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Stir well and simmer covered for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
13
Add port or other red wine and simmer for an additional 30 minutes.
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Spinach Filling:.
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Steam spinach until very tender.
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Drain spinach and chop up very fine.
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Mix with mozzarella, parmesan and ricotta until well blended.
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Put Lasagna Together and Bake:.
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In the bottom of a very large baking pan, spread just enough of the meat mixture to cover the bottom.
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Layer as follows.
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Lasagna noodles, Spinach Filling, Meat Sauce, Light extra cheese layer.
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Repeat until pan is full.
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Make sure lasagna noodles overlap slightly and make sure you finish with mozzarella and a sprinkle of parmesan on top.
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Cover with foil.
25
Bake at 375 degrees for 30 minutes.
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Remove the foil and bake for 25 additional minutes.

1453

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

117

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

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.

My Personal Notes

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

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb lasagna noodle, 1 lb ground beef, 1 lb Italian sausage, cut into small pieces, 1 large onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Papa Roberto's 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Papa Roberto's Spinach Lasagna

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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