Lasagna With Vegetables & Ricotta
Lasagna is a Christmas Eve tradition in our home. This version is an absolutely gorgeous lasagna to serve to family or company. The golden browned cheese and the delicious aroma is mouthwatering to those waiting for the first taste. The rich, creamy, tasty blend of three distinct cheeses is a heavenly marriage of flavor.
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Ingredients:
| 3 1/4 cups | ricotta cheese |
| 1 1/2 cups | freshly grated Parmesan cheese |
| 20 ounces | thawed chopped spinach, drained |
| 4 1/2 cups | chunky vegetable spaghetti sauce (your choice) |
| 1 box | uncooked lasagna noodles |
| 2 1/2 cups | grated gouda or Swiss cheese (slices may be used) |
| 1/8 teaspoon | salt |
| 1/8 teaspoon | pepper |
Directions:
Prepare a 13 x 9 x 2 lasagna pan by spraying lightly with olive oil.
Set the pan aside until ready to use.
Gently blend the ricotta and parmesan cheeses together, adding salt and pepper.
Now spread 1 cup of pasta sauce in the lasagna pan.
Place 3 lasagna noodles on top of the sauce.
Spread 1¼ cups of ricotta mixture on top of noodles in a light layer.
about ? of the spinach mixture on top of the ricotta mixture in spoonfuls.
Repeat the layers ending with 3 lasagna noodlesand the remaining sauce.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Using aluminum foil cover the lasagna and bake for about 30 minutes.
Then remove the foil and sprinkle the grated Gouda or Swiss cheese on top.
(If using slices, lay slices on top of lasagna to cover).
Bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes..
Cheese should be golden brown.
Remove from oven and let stand for about 12-15 minutes before serving.
Source: amazingitalianrecipes.com
