If you are searching for a delicious and hearty meatless entree to serve that is quick and easy, you will love this vegetarian lasagna recipe. Layered with creamy cheese, spinach, and pasta it is divine. It is a meal that even the children will love. They will never even notice the nutrient rich spinach nestled in the pasta and layers of cheese. It is so easy to assemble you can put it together, chill and bake later if desired.
The best part of this easy recipe is that it takes no more time to prepare two of these delicious lasagna dishes as it does one. So, why not assemble two, bake one, and freeze the other for another day? The quality of the dish will not diminish by freezing and you will have a quick entree for a busy day later.
The next time you just need a moment of solitude but have a hungry family to feed, simply take it from the freezer, and pop it in the oven. Grab a good book and prop your feet up as dinner bakes! There is no need to pay grocery store prices for a frozen lasagna entree when you can make it this easily.
You can bet the quality and taste of homemade lasagna will far exceed any store bought entree. By making it yourself you know the freshness of the ingredients and there are no added ingredients. Totally wholesome and fresh is always the best way to go. Providing quality meals for your family does not have to be difficult.
Creamy Perfection Vegetarian Lasagna with Ricotta Cheese
Summary:
Perfect for vegetarians, this ricotta lasagna boasts spinach as well as several kinds of cheese, for a tasty, creamy, and nutritious result that will appeal to the whole family.
Author:
Christine Szalay-Kudra
Cuisine:
ItalianRecipe type: LasagnaServes: 8
Prep time:
20 mins
Cook time:
45 mins
Total time:
1 hour 5 mins
Ingredients
3¼ cups ricotta cheese
1½ cups freshly grated parmesan cheese
20 oz thawed chopped spinach, drained
4 ½ cups chunky vegetable pasta sauce (your choice)
1 box uncooked lasagna noodles
2 ½ cups grated Gouda or Swiss cheese (slices may be used)
? tsp. salt
? tsp. pepper
Instructions
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.
Photo Description:
This is an absolutely gorgeous lasagna to serve to family or even 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. Beautiful, bright, nutrient-rich spinach tucked away in the layers of pasta and cheese is superb. It is a meal that will have everyone begging for more.
