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Ghostly Lasagna

Ghostly Lasagna: A Spooky Comfort Food for Halloween Fun

Ghostly Lasagna is a spooky yet comforting dish perfect for Halloween gatherings, featuring layers of chicken, ricotta, and mozzarella shaped like ghosts.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles
  • 12 pieces Lasagna Noodles Regular or no-boil noodles as per preference
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken Shredded; turkey can be a leaner substitute
  • 2 cups Spinach Chopped; frozen works if fresh isn’t available
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese Can be swapped with cottage cheese for a lighter option
For the Cheese Layer
  • 3 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Low-moisture mozzarella works best for crafting ghosts
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Can be substituted with Pecorino Romano
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Black Olives Sliced; perfect for creating spooky 'ghost eyes'
  • 2 cups Marinara Sauce Homemade or store-bought
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Colander
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Ghostly Lasagna
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente, about 8–10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, chopped spinach, salt, and pepper. Stir until well blended.
  4. Spread a layer of marinara sauce at the bottom of the baking dish. Layer noodles, half of the ricotta mixture, shredded chicken, and shredded mozzarella. Repeat layers and finish with marinara sauce and mozzarella on top.
  5. Cut low-moisture mozzarella into ghost shapes and place them on top of the cheese layer. Add sliced black olives for eyes.
  6. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake uncovered for another 10–15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
  7. Let the lasagna rest for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, squeeze excess moisture from spinach before adding to the filling to prevent a watery lasagna. You can also assemble a day ahead for convenience.

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