BEEF AND SPINACH LASAGNA

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Using no-cook noodles gives you a jump start on assembling this hearty beef and spinach lasagna. It cuts nicely after standing a few minutes, revealing flavorful layers. -Carolyn Schmeling, Brookfield, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 medium onion, chopped
2 jars (24 ounces each) spaghetti sauce
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
2 cups ricotta cheese
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
9 no-cook lasagna noodles
Minced fresh basil, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the spaghetti sauce, garlic, basil and oregano. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. In a large bowl, combine the spinach, ricotta and 1 cup mozzarella cheese., Spread 1-1/2 cups meat sauce into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with 3 noodles. Spread 1-1/2 cups sauce to edges of noodles. Top with half of the spinach mixture. Repeat layers. Top with the remaining noodles, sauce and mozzarella cheese., Cover and bake at 375° for 30 minutes. Uncover; bake until bubbly, 10-15 minutes longer. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting. If desired, top with minced fresh basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 702mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

Devin Bourassa
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This lasagna is the perfect comfort food. It's cheesy, meaty, and delicious.


Reaygen Reiling
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I'm not a fan of lasagna, but I tried this recipe and it was surprisingly good!


Javed Dogar
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This lasagna is so cheesy and delicious! I could eat it every day.


PeRil Rakib
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I'm allergic to spinach, so I substituted kale in this recipe. It turned out great!


Willie Brown
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This lasagna is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and the leftovers are even better.


Bheki Sgcino
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I would have liked more spinach in the lasagna, but overall it was a good recipe.


Kathy Biggio
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Hassnain Farooq
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my lasagna didn't turn out as good as the picture. I think I might have overcooked it.


Kader Haja
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This lasagna was a bit too heavy for my taste, but it was still good.


Cody Lanier
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I'm not a big fan of lasagna, but this recipe changed my mind! It was so flavorful and satisfying.


Kath Mally
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This lasagna is so delicious and cheesy! I will definitely be making it again.


Zafar Malhi
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I made this lasagna for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


Abubakr Elsayed
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This recipe was easy to follow and the lasagna turned out great! I especially liked the spinach layer.


med bouab
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This lasagna was a hit with my family! The combination of beef and spinach was perfect, and the cheese was melted and gooey. I will definitely be making this again.