Spooktacular Ghostly Lasagna for a Fun Family Feast

Discover the joy of making Ghostly Lasagna, a whimsical twist on a classic dish perfect for family dinners.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 40

Resting Time 10

Total Time 1 5

Servings: 6 slices

Course: Main Dishes

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 400

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Noodles

9 oz Lasagna noodles Choose oven-ready noodles for quicker prep.

For the Filling

2 cups Cooked chicken Shredded rotisserie chicken saves time.
2 cups Spinach Fresh or frozen.
15 oz Ricotta cheese Forms the heart of the filling.

For the Toppings

2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese Provides gooey goodness.
0.5 cups Parmesan cheese Adds a golden crust.
0.25 cups Black olives Sliced for 'eyes'.

For the Sauce

24 oz Marinara sauce The vibrant base of the dish.
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

Equipment

Large Baking Dish
Mixing Bowl
Colander

Method

Preheat and Prepare

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Gather your ingredients for seamless cooking.

Cook the Noodles

Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions (8-10 minutes) and drain.

Prepare the Ricotta Filling

In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, chopped spinach, salt, and pepper, mixing until smooth.

Assemble the Layers

Spread marinara sauce in the bottom of the baking dish. Layer noodles, ricotta filling, chicken, more sauce, and mozzarella. Repeat layers ending with sauce and mozzarella.

Create the Ghostly Topping

Cut mozzarella into ghost shapes and place on top. Add black olives for eyes.

Bake the Lasagna

Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until golden.

Let it Rest

Allow the lasagna to rest for about 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This Ghostly Lasagna is perfect for family dinners and can be made ahead of time. It freezes well for busy nights.

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