FOUR-CHEESE SPINACH LASAGNA

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This rich cheesy lasagna has become one of my specialties. It's packed with fresh-tasting vegetables like spinach, carrots, red pepper and broccoli. I'm never afraid to serve the colorful casserole to guests, since it's always a huge success. -Kimberly Kneisly, Englewood, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h40m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups chopped fresh broccoli
1-1/2 cups julienned carrots
1 cup sliced green onions
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups whole milk
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1-1/2 cups 4% cottage cheese
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese
12 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute vegetables and garlic in oil until crisp-tender. Remove from the heat; set aside. , In a small heavy saucepan, whisk flour and milk until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Reduce heat; stir in 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper. Cook until cheese is melted, about 1 minute longer. Remove from the heat; stir in spinach. Set 1 cup aside. , In a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese, mozzarella and Swiss cheese. Spread 1/2 cup of spinach mixture in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Layer with 4 noodles, half of the cheese mixture, half of the vegetables and 3/4 cup spinach mixture. Repeat layers. Top with remaining noodles, reserved spinach mixture and remaining Parmesan cheese. , Cover and bake at 375° for 35 minutes. Uncover; bake until bubbly, about 15 minutes longer. Let stand for 15 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 415mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 16g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Hridoy Mollick
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I'll definitely be making this lasagna again soon.


mnar yasser
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This lasagna is a must-try for any lasagna lover.


Saleem Bhatti
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This lasagna is delicious! I highly recommend it.


fashion of mind
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The mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top were the perfect finishing touch. They added a nice golden-brown crust to the lasagna.


Louis Vimis
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The lasagna noodles were cooked perfectly. They were al dente and held up well to the sauce and cheese.


Luis Aguilar
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I love the combination of cheeses in this lasagna. It's so rich and flavorful. The spinach adds a nice touch of color and flavor, too.


Rebekka Kübarsepp
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I've made this lasagna several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's a great recipe for a potluck or a special occasion.


Thomas Butler
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This lasagna is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort. The end result is a delicious and impressive dish that's perfect for a special occasion.


samichin chakma
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I'm a huge fan of lasagna, and this recipe is one of my favorites. The combination of cheeses and spinach is perfect, and the lasagna noodles are always cooked to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe!


naubrey makubele
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This lasagna is delicious! The four cheese blend creates a rich and flavorful filling, and the spinach adds a nice pop of color and flavor. The lasagna noodles were cooked perfectly, and the mozzarella and Parmesan on top were the perfect finishing t


Nike Milles
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I made this lasagna for my family, and they loved it! My kids especially loved the gooey cheese and the crispy noodles. I'll definitely be making this again soon!


Rahima Halid
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I'm not a fan of ricotta cheese, so I substituted it with cottage cheese. It turned out great! The cottage cheese added a nice creamy texture to the lasagna without being too overpowering.


Milancy Louw
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I didn't have any lasagna noodles on hand, so I used regular spaghetti noodles instead. It worked out fine! The lasagna was still delicious, although the noodles were a bit thinner than I would have liked.


Shakib Islam
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I'm a big fan of spinach, so I added an extra cup to the filling. It turned out perfectly! The spinach added a delicious pop of color and flavor to the lasagna.


Nadeem Nadoo
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I'm a vegetarian, so I substituted the ground beef for crumbled tofu. It turned out great! The tofu added a nice protein boost to the lasagna without overpowering the other flavors.


Jamie Vaughan
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I made this lasagna for a potluck dinner, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the creamy cheese filling and the crispy, golden-brown top. I'll definitely be making this again for my next party.


Blue Line
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This lasagna is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's well worth the effort. The end result is a delicious and impressive dish that's perfect for a special occasion.


Nwaroh Amaka
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I'm not a huge fan of lasagna, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of cheeses and spinach is divine, and the lasagna noodles were cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making this again!


Kashif Butt
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This is hands-down the best lasagna recipe I've ever tried! The four cheese blend and spinach create a deliciously rich and flavorful filling, and the mozzarella and Parmesan on top add the perfect finishing touch. I followed the recipe exactly, and