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Halloween Spooky Lasagna

This Halloween-themed lasagna features layers of al dente noodles, a rich tomato sauce, creamy ricotta cheese mixed with spinach, and smoky pepperoni slices, topped with bubbling melted mozzarella. The dish is assembled in a 9x13 inch baking dish and baked until golden and bubbly, resulting in a hearty, cheesy, and visually playful meal perfect for the holiday.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 12 ounces lasagna noodles sturdy enough to hold layers
  • 28 ounces crushed tomatoes for rich sauce
  • 15 ounces ricotta cheese creamy and mild
  • 3 cups fresh spinach chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 16 ounces mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 8 slices pepperoni slices for spooky effect
  • to taste salt and pepper for seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • Wooden spoon
  • Aluminum foil

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add the lasagna noodles, and cook until al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, sauté until fragrant and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add crushed tomatoes to the skillet and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and develops a rich aroma.
  4. While the sauce simmers, in a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese with chopped spinach, a pinch of salt and pepper, and mix until evenly blended.
  5. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce at the bottom of the baking dish.
  6. Layer the cooked noodles over the sauce, then spread a generous layer of ricotta mixture on top, followed by a few pepperoni slices for a spooky look.
  7. Repeat the layering process: sauce, noodles, cheese, and pepperoni, until all ingredients are used, ending with a layer of sauce and a sprinkle of shredded mozzarella on top.
  8. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes, until bubbly and heated through.
  9. Remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes, until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
  10. Once baked, let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes to set the layers. Then, slice into portions and serve hot, enjoying the cheesy, smoky, and festive flavors.

Notes

For extra spooky effect, add a few more pepperoni slices or create ghost shapes with mozzarella on the top before baking.