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Ricotta and Spinach Lasagna Bundles

Ricotta and Spinach Lasagna Bundles are a baked vegetarian first course that pairs tradition with a creative touch.
Recipe Ricotta and Spinach Lasagna Bundles
  • Difficulty Medium
  • Preparation 21 minutes
  • Cooking 30 minutes
  • Servings for 6 people

Ricotta and Spinach Lasagna Bundles are a tasty variation on Baked Lasagna Bundles or Lasagna Parcels that, in this version, are filled with a classic ricotta and spinach filling for a vegetarian dish, just like classic Ricotta and Spinach Cannelloni.

Ricotta and Spinach Lasagna Bundles are a very tasty recipe, perfect for bringing a special, flavorful first course to the table, great for a classic Sunday family lunch or for a lunch or dinner over the holidays, for example on your Christmas Menu or your Easter Menu.

As with the Baked Lasagna Bundles you will find that making Ricotta and Spinach Lasagna Bundles is really very easy, and we are sure it will amaze both you and your guests, not only for the flavor but also for their distinctive look. The ricotta and spinach filling, with its delicate, unique flavor, makes these Savory Baked Bundles a perfect first course for those who do not eat meat or for anyone looking for a light but very tasty and inviting dish.

Ingredients for 6 people

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Method

  1. To make the Ricotta and Spinach Lasagna Bundles, start by sautéing a clove of garlic in a drizzle of olive oil for a few seconds, then add the spinach, season with salt and pepper, lower the heat and cook, covered, until very tender. Once ready, squeeze the spinach well and chop it with a knife. Put it in a bowl with the grated cheese, the ricotta, salt and pepper and mix everything well.
    Making the ricotta and spinach lasagna bundles, step 2
    Making the ricotta and spinach lasagna bundles, step 3
  2. Once the spinach and ragù filling is ready, move on to making the béchamel following our recipe here
    Making baked pasta, step 10
    Making baked pasta, step 11
  3. Now start making the bundles: cut a sheet of fresh lasagna in half along the long side, put a spoonful of béchamel in the center of one strip of pasta and lay the other strip on top to form a cross.
    Making the ricotta and spinach lasagna bundles, step 4
    Making the ricotta and spinach lasagna bundles, step 5
  4. Place a generous spoonful of the ricotta and spinach filling in the center, a sprinkle of grated cheese and finally a slice of mozzarella.
    Making the ricotta and spinach lasagna bundles, step 7
    Making the ricotta and spinach lasagna bundles, step 8
  5. Now start closing the bundle by folding the pasta strips counterclockwise, always adding a little béchamel to hold the layers of fresh pasta in place.
    Folding the pasta strips to close a ricotta and spinach bundle
  6. Now spread a little béchamel over the bottom of a baking dish and arrange your lasagna bundles in it. Finish with a layer of béchamel and a generous sprinkle of grated cheese, and bake in the oven at 180 °C (350 °F) for about 30-40 minutes. Alternatively, if you have a baking dish that fits in the basket, you can cook them in the air fryer at 160 °C (320 °F) for about 20-25 minutes, until the top is nicely golden.
    Making the ricotta and spinach lasagna bundles, step 14
    Making the ricotta and spinach lasagna bundles, step 17
  7. Once ready, your Ricotta and Spinach Lasagna Bundles are ready to be served and enjoyed piping hot. Finally, remember to download our App with exclusive content and fewer ads!
    Ricotta and spinach lasagna bundles in a baking dish

Variations and Alternatives

If you like, you can make the Ricotta and Spinach Lasagna Bundles even richer by adding more béchamel to the filling right after the ricotta and spinach layer.

Tips

If you are using thick lasagna sheets, we recommend blanching them for a few seconds in plenty of hot water, then spreading them out on a clean kitchen towel before assembling the parcels.

Storage

The Ricotta and Spinach Lasagna Bundles keep in the fridge for 2 days and can be frozen without any problem.

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