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Creamy Perfection Vegetarian Lasagna with Ricotta Cheese




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..

Creamy Perfection Vegetarian Lasagna with Ricotta Cheese

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)
  •     ⅛ tsp. salt
  •     ⅛ tsp. pepper

Directions:

  1.     Prepare a 13 x 9 x 2 lasagna pan by spraying lightly with olive oil.
  2.     Set the pan aside until ready to use.
  3.     Gently blend the ricotta and parmesan cheeses together, adding salt and pepper.
  4.     Now spread 1 cup of pasta sauce in the lasagna pan.
  5.     Place 3 lasagna noodles on top of the sauce.
  6.     Spread 1¼ cups of ricotta mixture on top of noodles in a light layer.
  7.     about ⅓ of the spinach mixture on top of the ricotta mixture in spoonfuls.
  8.     Repeat the layers ending with 3 lasagna noodlesand the remaining sauce.
  9.     Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  10.     Using aluminum foil cover the lasagna and bake for about 30 minutes.
  11.     Then remove the foil and sprinkle the grated Gouda or Swiss cheese on top.
  12.     (If using slices, lay slices on top of lasagna to cover).
  13.     Bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes..
  14.     Cheese should be golden brown.
  15.     Remove from oven and let stand for about 12-15 minutes before serving.
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