Creamy Shrimp and Spinach Lasagna: An Indulgent Twist at Home
This Creamy Shrimp and Spinach Lasagna is an indulgent twist on a classic dish, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy night in.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
- 12 lasagna noodles
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 3 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 3 cups marinara sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add shrimp and cook until pink, then add spinach and cook until wilted.
- In a separate bowl, mix ricotta cheese with Italian seasoning.
- In a baking dish, spread a layer of marinara sauce, followed by lasagna noodles, ricotta mixture, shrimp and spinach, and mozzarella. Repeat layers, finishing with marinara and mozzarella on top.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the top and cover with foil.
- Bake for 25 minutes, then remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
- Let it cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, mix in some cream to the ricotta cheese.
- You can use frozen spinach if fresh is not available.