Recipe of the Day: Antonello's Spinach Lasagna

One of my favorite restaurants to go to on a weekly occasion is Antonello's Ristorante & Enoteca Lounge. Antonello's is the premiere, authentic Italian restaurant in Orange County. Constantly receiving top reviews from notable sources such as Zagat and the AAA Four Diamond Award, Antonello takes pride in both his authentic menu and exquisite dining interior. Sit down and enjoy their Capellini or enjoy a glass of wine at their unique Enoteca Lounge. This place will make you feel like you are in Italy with their food and atmosphere.

But for those of you that do not live in the area, you are missing out! Luckily, we have a solution for you. Try out a recipe that is taken straight from the kitchen of Antonello's Ristorante and their pasta sauce itself! Enjoy!

Prep Time: 20 Min

Cook Time: 1 Hr

Ready In: 1 Hr 20 Min

 

 

Ingredients:

• 1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese

• 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained

• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

• 3 cups Antonello’s Pasta Sauce

• 6 uncooked lasagna noodles

• 1/4 cup water

 

Directions:

1. 1. Mix ricotta cheese, spinach and 1 cup mozzarella cheese.

2. 2. Spread 1 cup pasta sauce in 2-quart shallow baking dish. Top with 3 lasagna noodles and half the spinach mixture. Repeat layers. Top with remaining pasta sauce. Slowly pour water around inside edges of baking dish. Cover.

3. 3. Bake at 400 degrees F for 40 minutes Uncover. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese. Bake 10 minutes or until hot. Let stand 10 minutes.