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Pesto Lasagna

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"Scrumptious lasagna with basil pesto, spinach and plenty of bubbly cheese."
Pesto Lasagna Recipe
RECIPE RATING:
This recipe has been rated 44 times with an average star rating of 4.3
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PREP TIME  35 Min
COOK TIME  45 Min
READY IN  1 Hr 30 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 1 (16 ounce) package lasagna noodles
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 (16 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed
  • 7 ounces basil pesto
  • 30 ounces ricotta cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 9 ounces Alfredo-style pasta sauce
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

What to Drink?
Wine Sauvignon Blanc

DIRECTIONS

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add lasagna and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  3. In large skillet over medium heat, saute onion in the olive oil until tender. Add spinach and stir. Remove from heat and stir in the pesto. In a large bowl mix ricotta cheese, egg, salt, pepper and nutmeg.
  4. In a 3 quart greased baking dish, layer the noodles then the spinach mixture, followed by the ricotta mixture. Sprinkle with mozzarella. Repeat the layers ending with noodles on top. Spread the Alfredo sauce over the top and sprinkle with parmesan.
  5. Cover with foil and bake in a preheated oven for 45 to 55 minutes.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.25 star rating.
Reviewed on oct. 6, 2003 by AWHITE65 
I made this for a dinner party and everyone loved it!! I used the jar pesto sauce and alfredo... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.25 star rating.
Reviewed on oct. 17, 2005 by LUVMYCAT 
I HAD A BUNCH OF FRESH SPINACH TO USE UP, SO I TRIED THIS RECIPE. I DIDN'T HAVE ANY BASIL... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.25 star rating.
Reviewed on sep. 14, 2004 by VIVIAN-SCOTT 
This recipe is okay, but I will definitely make some adjustments next time. Too much ricotta... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.25 star rating.
Reviewed on may 9, 2006 by newmom 
This was loved so much by my dad that I was inspired to write my first review. I've made this... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.25 star rating.
Reviewed on oct. 6, 2003 by STEPH 
I made my own alfredo sauce since I don't like the sauce in the jar! This dish tastes better... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.25 star rating.
Reviewed on jun. 21, 2005 by KIMM57 
This recipe was very easy to prepare. At first I thought there wasn't enough pesto-spinach... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.25 star rating.
Reviewed on jul. 14, 2003 by ALI_PALI 
This was tasty. I used Classico pesto and alfedo sauces, which I thought tasted great and made... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.25 star rating.
Reviewed on may 16, 2003 by Steve 
I added some grilled chicken to this and it was incredible! MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.25 star rating.
Reviewed on sep. 28, 2007 by HOBBES7895 
Great recipe! Huge hit with my family. I will add some alfredo sauce in the middle next time... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.25 star rating.
Reviewed on may 15, 2006 by Pashi 
Very good. Added random veggies (bell pepper, more onions) diced for extra substance. The... MORE

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Nutritional Information
Pesto Lasagna

Servings Per Recipe: 8

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 713

  • Total Fat: 40.5g
  • Cholesterol: 99mg
  • Sodium: 1047mg
  • Total Carbs: 53.7g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 4.5g
  • Protein: 36.5g

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