How to Make Pesto Lasagna - A Step-by-Step Guide

Who doesn't love a comforting, hearty lasagna? This classic Italian dish is a favorite for many, with its layers of pasta, cheese, and rich tomato sauce. But if you're looking for a fresh and flavorful twist on the traditional lasagna, then you have to try Pesto Lasagna. This dish takes the deliciousness of lasagna and adds the vibrant flavors of pesto to create a truly memorable meal.

What sets Pesto Lasagna apart from traditional lasagna is the addition of pesto sauce. Pesto is a si...

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Ingredients

  • 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
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 9 ounces Alfredo-style pasta sauce
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 35 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • 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.
  • In large skillet over medium heat, sauté onion in olive oil until tender. Stir in spinach; remove from heat and stir in pesto.
  • In a large bowl mix ricotta cheese, egg, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
  • In a 3-quart greased baking dish, layer noodles then spinach mixture, followed by ricotta mixture. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Repeat the layers ending with noodles on top. Spread Alfredo sauce on top of noodles and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  • Cover with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 55 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    712 cal.

    • Total Fat: 40g
    • Saturated Fat: 16g
    • Cholesterol: 98mg
    • Sodium: 1071mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 54g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 37g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 814mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 559mg