Best 5 Extra Easy Spinach Lasagna Recipes

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Extra easy spinach lasagna is a delicious and satisfying dish that can be easily prepared in the comfort of your own home. With its layers of tender lasagna noodles, creamy spinach filling, and flavorful cheese, this lasagna is sure to please even the pickiest of eaters. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this recipe will provide you with step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure that your extra easy spinach lasagna turns out perfectly.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SPINACH LASAGNA



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h45m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons EVOO
2 tablespoons butter
2 cloves garlic, chopped
Two 28-ounce cans San Marzano tomatoes
2 cups passata or tomato sauce
A handful of fresh basil leaves, torn
1 small onion, peeled and halved
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 boxes or bags frozen chopped organic spinach, defrosted and wrung dry
1 1/2 pounds mozzarella, thinly sliced, thickly shredded or diced
3 cups fresh ricotta (cow or sheep's milk), drained
2 cups grated Parmigiano-Reggiano (cow's milk) or pecorino (tangy sheep's milk)
2 egg yolks, lightly beaten
Freshly grated nutmeg, as needed
1 box no-boil flat lasagna noodles, such as Barilla, or 12 curly regular dried lasagna noodles

Steps:

  • Heat the EVOO in a saucepot and add the butter. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Add the tomatoes and crush them up a bit. Add the passata, a fat handful of torn basil leaves, the onion and some salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer and simmer for 40 to 45 minutes. Remove the onion and set the sauce aside.
  • Separate the spinach while adding it to a mixing bowl. Add half of the mozzarella, the ricotta, 1 1/2 cups of the Parmigiano-Reggiano and the eggs yolks and mix to combine. Season with grated nutmeg, salt and pepper.
  • Layer a little sauce into a lasagna pan and top with three flat lasagna sheets or four curly. Top with a little more sauce, and then half of the spinach and cheese mixture. Repeat with another layer, and end on top with lasagna sheets. Top with some sauce and the remaining mozzarella and Parmigiano-Reggiano.
  • The lasagna can be stored before or after baking for a make-ahead meal, or baked to serve immediately. When baking the first time, bake at 375 degrees F, uncovered, from room temperature until cooked through and brown and bubbling on top, 60 to 70 minutes. If reheating, bake at 375 degrees F, covered, for 40 to 45 minutes.
  • Let the lasagna rest 20 minutes before cutting. Serve with extra sauce on the side.

SIMPLE SPINACH LASAGNA



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So yummy! You can also substitute ground turkey or another veggie for the spinach.

Provided by LSPACE

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach
½ onion, chopped
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried basil
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 (32 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
1 ½ cups water
2 cups non-fat cottage cheese
1 (8 ounce) package part skim mozzarella cheese, shredded
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon black pepper
1 egg
8 ounces lasagna noodles

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large pot over medium heat saute spinach, onion, oregano, basil and garlic in the olive oil. Pour in spaghetti sauce and water; simmer 20 minutes. In a large bowl mix cottage cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, parsley, salt, pepper and egg.
  • Place a small amount of sauce in the bottom of a lasagna pan. Place 4 uncooked noodles on top of sauce and top with layer of sauce. Add 4 more noodles and layer with 1/2 sauce and 1/2 cheese mixture, noodles and repeat until all is layered, finishing with sauce.
  • Cover with foil and bake in a preheated oven for 55 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 15 minutes. Let sit 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361.1 calories, Carbohydrate 41.6 g, Cholesterol 48.1 mg, Fat 11.8 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 23.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 1047.6 mg, Sugar 12.7 g

EASY SPINACH LASAGNA



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This is from my friend Judy Montagu's bi-weekly column. This lasagna is really yummy, and should be cooked for a while in a low-mid heat oven. It stays firm without any wetness, and is still creamy.

Provided by Mirj2338

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 lb lasagna noodle
1/2 lb fresh spinach (not frozen)
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
6 sweet red peppers
2 large white onions
3 garlic cloves, crushed or finely chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
fresh black pepper
1/2 cup parsley, finely chopped
2 (4 ounce) cans sugar-free tomato puree
1 cup low-fat American cheese, grated
1 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Chop the onion and peppers into small pieces.
  • Fry lightly in the olive oil for a few minutes and add some black pepper.
  • Add the garlic.
  • Mix well and add the canned tomatoes.
  • Heat until a few bubbles appear and slowly add the puree, then all the parsley except a little for decoration.
  • Set aside.
  • Make sure the spinach is totally clean.
  • (Put it in a drainer and cover with salt, then wash really well.) Steam in a stainless steel drainer over a pot of boiling water for no more than 3 minutes.
  • While it is cooking, set the oven to 300 degrees F.
  • Drain the spinach and put in a pan.
  • Mix with the sour cream and plenty of black pepper (a small hand blender is ideal for this).
  • It should be smooth and creamy and a lovely color.
  • Pour about 2 inches of the red sauce into a baking dish, smooth with a wooden spoon and cover with a layer of lasagne.
  • Top with a layer of the spinach mix.
  • Smooth it out and add another layer of pasta.
  • Keep doing this- alternating red and green- until no more sauce is left.
  • The last layer of pasta must have a little sauce on it to keep it moist.
  • Cover with the cheese.
  • Bake, uncovered, for about 1 1/2 hours.
  • When the lasagne is done it needs to sit about 3 minutes before being sprinkled with parsley and served with a fresh green salad and a glass of dry red wine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256.2, Fat 8.7, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 12.7, Sodium 257, Carbohydrate 39.5, Fiber 5.4, Sugar 9.7, Protein 7.6

EXTRA-EASY SPINACH LASAGNA



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Cheesy lasagna becomes more colorful and flavorful with the addition of spinach and Prego® Fresh Mushroom Italian Sauce.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Categories     Pasta by Shape

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
3 cups Prego® Fresh Mushroom Italian Sauce
6 each uncooked lasagna noodles
¼ cup water

Steps:

  • Mix ricotta cheese, spinach and 1 cup mozzarella cheese.
  • Spread 1 cup pasta sauce in 2-quart shallow baking dish. Top with 3 lasagna noodles and half the spinach mixture. Repeat layers. Top with remaining pasta sauce. Slowly pour water around inside edges of baking dish. Cover.
  • Bake at 400 degrees F for 40 minutes Uncover. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese. Bake 10 minutes or until hot. Let stand 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287.5 calories, Carbohydrate 28.6 g, Cholesterol 34.6 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 18.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 681.3 mg, Sugar 9.6 g

EASIER SPINACH LASAGNA



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Make and share this Easier Spinach Lasagna recipe from Food.com.

Provided by SpunkyGenius

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup lowfat mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 egg
1 cup fat-free ricotta cheese
1 (10 ounce) package frozen spinach, thawed and drained
5 mushrooms, chopped
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
4 ounces whole wheat lasagna noodles
1 (26 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
1/2 cup warm water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Combine ricotta, 1/2 mozarella, egg, spinach, mushrooms, and oregano.
  • Spread 1/3 of spaghetti sauce in bottom of 8x8 inch pan. Top with layer of noodles, 1/2 of spinach-cheese mixture, another layer of noodles, remaining half of spinach-cheese mixture, 1/3 of tomato sauce, another layer of noodles, remaining tomato sauce. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese.
  • Pour water into corners of pan. Bake about 1 hour, or until noodles are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.1, Fat 4.6, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 35.2, Sodium 678.2, Carbohydrate 31.7, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 12.3, Protein 8.9

Tips:

  • Use fresh spinach for the best flavor and texture. If using frozen spinach, thaw it completely and squeeze out any excess water before using.
  • If you don't have ricotta cheese, you can substitute cottage cheese or cream cheese.
  • Use a variety of cheeses in the filling for a more complex flavor. Some good options include mozzarella, Parmesan, and Romano.
  • Don't overcook the lasagna. It should be cooked through but still have a little bit of a bite to it.
  • Let the lasagna cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing and serving. This will help it to set and make it easier to cut.

Conclusion:

Extra easy spinach lasagna is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this lasagna is sure to become a family favorite.

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