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Spinach Lasagna

This indulgent lasagna is delicious and versatile. When you’re looking for a meatless meal, it’s just the way to go. If spinach isn’t your thing, substitute another veggie like squash. Veg out tonight.
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Course Pasta
Cuisine Continental

Servings 12 servings
Calories 2175.59 kcal

Ingredients

  

  • 2 (14 1/2 oz.) cans diced tomatoes
  • 1 81/100 cup(s) cans crushed tomatoes
  • 1 cup(s) white onions, diced
  • 3 tablespoon(s) fresh basil, chopped
  • 2 teaspoon(s) dried Italian seasoning
  • 3 teaspoon(s) fresh oregano, chopped
  • 6 teaspoon(s) unbleached cane sugar
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 12 whole wheat lasagna noodles
  • 1 tablespoon(s) olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 7/8 cup(s) fat-free ricotta cheese
  • 3 cup(s) chopped spinach
  • 1/2 cup(s) fresh parmesan cheese, shredded
  • 2 tablespoon(s) Kalamata olives, finely chopped (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon(s) crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 teaspoon(s) sea salt
  • 1/4 cup(s) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup(s) shredded 1/4 cup fat free mozzarella cheese, shredded

Instructions

 

  • Prepare marinara: Saute onions in saucepan.
  • 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 cup marinara.
  • Spread 1/3-1/2 cup marinara in bottom of 9×13″ 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 and mozzarella.
  • Bake 20-25 minutes until bubbling & cheese melted.
  • Ready in 1 hour 20 min prep.

Nutrition

Calories: 2175.59kcalCarbohydrates: 301.63gProtein: 148.56gFat: 40.72gSaturated Fat: 13.05gCholesterol: 61mgSodium: 3436.88mgFiber: 43.72gSugar: 102.1g

Keyword Fresh Spinach, Lasagna, Pork, Tomato, Vegetables
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