Sausage-Spinach Alfredo Lasagna Recipe

Name: Sausage-Spinach Alfredo Lasagna
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs Italian sausages (casings removed, can use 2 pounds); 1 tablespoon oil (can use more); 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional); 2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic; 1 onion, chopped; 1 (14 ounce) jar roasted red peppers, drained and chopped; 1 (10 ounce) package frozen spinach; 1 cup cream-style cottage cheese; 1 (16 ounce) container ricotta cheese; 1 teaspoon fresh minced garlic (no more than 1 teaspoon or it will overpower the other ingredients!); 1 egg, slightly beaten; 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese; 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese; 1 teaspoon seasoning salt (or use 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon white salt or to taste); 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 2 (20 ounce) jars alfredo sauce (reduced-fat is okay); 12 lasagna noodles (cooked and tossed gently with 1 tablespoon oil to prevent sticking); 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided (can use more); 3/4 - 1 cup grated parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lbs Italian sausages (casings removed, can use 2 pounds)
1 tablespoon oil (can use more)
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic
1 onion, chopped
1 (14 ounce) jar roasted red peppers, drained and chopped
1 (10 ounce) package frozen spinach
1 cup cream-style cottage cheese
1 (16 ounce) container ricotta cheese
1 teaspoon fresh minced garlic (no more than 1 teaspoon or it will overpower the other ingredients!)
1 egg, slightly beaten
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 teaspoon seasoning salt (or use 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon white salt or to taste)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 (20 ounce) jars alfredo sauce (reduced-fat is okay)
12 lasagna noodles (cooked and tossed gently with 1 tablespoon oil to prevent sticking)
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided (can use more)
3/4 - 1 cup grated parmesan cheese

1
Grease a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
2
In a large skillet brown the turkey sausage meat in 1 tablespoon oil along with the onion, garlic and cayenne pepper; cook breaking up the sausage meat while browning.
3
Cook until browned then add in the chopped red peppers; cook for another 2 minutes; drain fat and set aside.
4
Place the spinach in a small saucepan, cover with water and bring to a boil simmer over low heat for about 10 minutes; place in a small colinder, rinse under cold water then hand-squeeze very dry.
5
Place the spinach in a large bowl, then add in the cottage cheese, ricotta cheese, fresh garlic, 1 egg, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, 1-1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, seasoned salt and black pepper; mix with a wooden spoon until well combined.
6
Spread 1 cup alfredo sauce onto the bottom of prepared baking dish, then top with 4 cooked lasagna noodles, then HALF of the ricotta/spinach mixture, then sprinkle HALF of the sausage mixture on top.
7
Place about 1 cup (or more) of shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the sausage.
8
Repeat the layers (using 1 cup sauce, 4 lasagna noodles, remaining HALF of the spinach/ricotta mixture and then remaining HALF of the sausage mixture).
9
Top with remaining 4 lasagna noodles, then 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese ( can use more cheese).
10
Drizzle remaining alfredo sauce over the shredded cheese, then sprinkle with about 3/4 to 1 cup Parmesan cheese (or to taste).
11
Cover with foil and bake at 350 degrees for 50 minutes.
12
Remove the foil and bake uncovered for another 10-15 minutes.
13
Let stand for 20 minutes (or more) before slicing.

1787

kcal

Calories

Fat

236

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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lbs Italian sausages (casings removed, can use 2 pounds), 1 tablespoon oil (can use more), 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), 2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic, and more.

Yes, Sausage-Spinach Alfredo 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.

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Sausage-Spinach Alfredo Lasagna

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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