Spinach Lasagna

This spinach lasagna is layers of noodles, sauteed spinach, marinara sauce and three different kinds of cheese, all baked to golden brown perfection. A hearty vegetarian main course option that's perfect for feeding a large group.

Servings 12

INGREDIENTS

For the filling

1 tablespoon butter
24 ounces fresh spinach leaves
15 ounces ricotta cheese
2 eggs
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt plus more to taste
1/4 teaspoon pepper plus more to taste
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

For assembly

1 box lasagna noodles
24 ounce jar marinara sauce
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
cooking spray
2 tablespoons chopped parsley

INSTRUCTIONS

For the filling

Melt the butter in a large pan over medium high heat. Add as much spinach as will fit in the pan and cook until it wilts. Continue adding handfuls of spinach to the pan until it's all wilted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Let the spinach cool slightly, then squeeze the excess water out of the spinach. Coarsely chop the spinach.
Place the spinach, ricotta, eggs, Parmesan, 1 cup mozzarella, salt, pepper and Italian seasoning in a large bowl. Stir to combine.

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