Description
A comforting dish that perfectly embodies the flavors of dumplings layered in a rich, cheesy, saucy embrace.
Ingredients
- Dumplings (store-bought or homemade)
- Marinara sauce
- Cheese (Mozzarella and Parmesan)
- Ricotta cheese
- Fresh or frozen spinach
- Garlic
- Italian seasonings (oregano, basil, thyme)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the sauce by warming your marinara and adding minced garlic, simmering until fragrant.
- Mix the cheese by combining ricotta, half of the mozzarella, and Italian seasonings in a bowl until smooth.
- Layer in a large baking dish with marinara, dumplings, and cheese mixture.
- Repeat layering with sauce, dumplings, cheese, and spinach, finishing with cheese on top.
- Bake uncovered for about 30 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Serve after letting it cool for a few minutes.
Notes
For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free dumplings. For healthier options, consider whole-grain dumplings and low-fat cheese.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: dumpling lasagna, quick dinner, family-friendly, comfort food