Description

Lasagna with cottage cheese is a comforting classic that’s perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners. This rich, cheesy dish features layers of tender pasta, savory marinara, and a creamy cottage cheese mixture that will leave everyone asking for more. Easy to prepare and customizable, this lasagna is sure to become a new favorite in your household.

Ingredients

Scale

9 lasagna noodles (no-boil)
2 cups cottage cheese (ricotta-style)
2 cups shredded whole milk mozzarella cheese
3 cups marinara sauce
2 cups fresh spinach (chopped)
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp Italian seasoning

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
In a bowl, mix cottage cheese with half the mozzarella and Italian seasoning until well combined.
Spread a layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of the dish. Layer noodles, half of the cottage cheese mixture, and half of the spinach. Repeat layering with sauce, noodles, remaining cottage cheese mixture, spinach, and top with noodles and remaining sauce.
Sprinkle remaining mozzarella and Parmesan on top. Cover with foil.
Bake covered for 25 minutes; uncover and bake another 15 minutes until bubbly. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 350
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 20g
Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: For added flavor, sauté vegetables like mushrooms or bell peppers before layering. Substitute ground beef with turkey or lentils for a lighter option.