Description
Experience the comforting layers of traditional lasagna with a zesty Cajun twist. This Cajun Lasagna features spicy sausage, creamy ricotta, fresh spinach, and a blend of bold Cajun spices that create an explosion of flavor in every bite. Perfect for gatherings or cozy dinners at home, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 oven-ready lasagna noodles
- 1 lb Cajun sausage (spicy or smoked)
- 15 oz whole milk ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Gather all ingredients.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until golden brown.
- Add Cajun sausage and cook until browned. Stir in spinach until wilted.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta, half mozzarella, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- In a baking dish, layer sauce from the sausage mixture, noodles, cheese mixture, and sausage mix; repeat layers.
- Top with remaining mozzarella and sprinkle Parmesan cheese. Cover with foil.
- Bake for 25 minutes covered; remove foil and bake another 15 minutes until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg