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White Pesto Spinach Lasagna: A Creamy Delight Recipe!

A creamy and delicious White Pesto Spinach Lasagna that combines layers of ricotta, mozzarella, and fresh spinach with a rich basil pesto.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces lasagna noodles
  • 2 cups ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 cups fresh spinach chopped
  • 1 cup prepared basil pesto
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 cup heavy cream

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  2. Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, 1 cup mozzarella cheese, chopped spinach, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Mix until well combined.
  4. Spread a thin layer of heavy cream on the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  5. Place a layer of lasagna noodles over the cream.
  6. Spread half of the ricotta mixture over the noodles, followed by half of the pesto.
  7. Repeat the layers with another layer of noodles, the remaining ricotta mixture, and the remaining pesto.
  8. Top with the final layer of noodles.
  9. Pour the remaining heavy cream over the top layer of noodles and sprinkle with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
  10. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  11. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  12. Let the lasagna cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute part of the ricotta with cottage cheese.
  • Add cooked chicken or sautéed mushrooms for extra protein and flavor.

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