Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
15 unit

ricotta cheese

2 cup

shredded mozzarella cheese

shredded

10 unit

frozen spinach

thawed and well drained

1 unit

egg

1 tsp

salt

0.13 tsp

pepper

0.75 tsp

oregano

26 unit

spaghetti sauce

0.5 lb

lasagna noodle

uncooked

1 cup

water

Step 1
~8 min

In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese, thawed and drained spinach, egg, salt, pepper, and oregano. Stir well to combine.

Step 2
~8 min

Spread 1/3 of your favorite spaghetti sauce in a greased 9x13" baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~8 min

Place 1/2 of the uncooked lasagna noodles over the sauce layer.

Step 4
~8 min

Spread 1/2 of the ricotta cheese mixture evenly over the noodles.

Step 5
~8 min

Repeat the layering: sauce, noodles, cheese mixture.

Key Technique: Layering
Step 6
~8 min

Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.

Step 7
~8 min

Dribble a bit of the reserved sauce over the top of the mozzarella cheese.

Step 8
~8 min

Pour water around the edges of the dish.

Step 9
~8 min

Cover the baking dish securely with aluminum foil.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 10
~8 min

Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Step 11
~8 min

Remove from the oven and let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a layer of sauteed mushrooms for extra flavor.

Use fresh spinach instead of frozen, if desired. Be sure to wilt and drain well.

For a richer flavor, use whole milk ricotta cheese.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Quiet
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Garlic bread complements this dish well.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic Bread
Caesar Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy

Cultural Significance

A classic Italian comfort food dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Holiday Meal

Popularity Score

70/100

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