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Ingredients:
For the Tomato Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Filling:
- 1 1/2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 8 ounces goat cheese
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Lasagna:
- 12 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
For the Tomato Sauce:
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Prepare the Sauce:
- In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic and sauté until they are softened and translucent.
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Add Tomatoes and Spices:
- Add the crushed tomatoes, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan. Stir well and let the sauce simmer for about 20-30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Adjust the seasonings as needed.
For the Filling:
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Prepare the Spinach:
- Blanch the fresh spinach by placing it in boiling water for a minute, then transferring it to an ice water bath. Drain and chop the blanched spinach.
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Mix the Ingredients:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped spinach, goat cheese, ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, ground nutmeg, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
For Assembling the Lasagna:
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Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Layer the Lasagna:
- In a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of tomato sauce to prevent sticking. Place a layer of cooked lasagna noodles on the sauce.
- Spread half of the spinach and goat cheese filling over the noodles, followed by a layer of shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Add another layer of lasagna noodles, tomato sauce, the remaining spinach and goat cheese filling, and another layer of mozzarella cheese.
- Finish with a final layer of lasagna noodles and top with the remaining tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese.
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Bake:
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for about 25-30 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes or until the lasagna is hot, bubbly, and the cheese is golden brown.
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Garnish and Serve:
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired. Allow the lasagna to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Enjoy this delightful Spinach and Goat Cheese Lasagna with its creamy, cheesy, and savory layers that are sure to satisfy your taste buds!