Enhanced Swiss Chard and Squash Lasagna

Ingredients

Marinara sauce

4 cups

Salt

1 teaspoon, divided

Black pepper

1/2 teaspoon

Dried oregano

1 teaspoon

Garlic

3 cloves, minced

Egg

1, beaten

Mozzarella cheese

2 cups, shredded

Parmesan cheese

1 cup, grated

Ricotta cheese

15 ounces

Lasagna noodles

12 sheets, uncooked

Yellow squash

2 medium, sliced

Swiss chard

4 cups, chopped

Olive oil

2 tablespoons

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped Swiss chard and sauté until wilted, about 5 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, add the sliced yellow squash and cook until tender, about 8 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
4. In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, beaten egg, minced garlic, dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
5. Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
6. Place a layer of lasagna noodles over the sauce.
7. Spread half of the cooked Swiss chard over the noodles, followed by half of the sautéed squash.
8. Spread half of the cheese mixture over the vegetables, smoothing it out evenly.
9. Repeat the layering process with the remaining ingredients, ending with a final layer of marinara sauce and a topping of the remaining mozzarella cheese.
10. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
11. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
12. Let the lasagna cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your delicious creation!