- Check dumpling packaging for safe cooking guidance and confirm meat fillings are piping hot.
- Use a wide, shallow dish so the dumplings cook evenly rather than stacking.
Shortcut casserole comfortDinner · Italian Asian fusion
Dumpling Lasagna Bake
Frozen dumplings baked under tomato sauce, spinach, mozzarella, and ricotta for a cozy two cuisine shortcut.
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35 minutesEasy difficulty26g protein
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01 Gather
Ingredients
Makes 2 generous servings
- 20 frozen vegetable or chicken dumplings
- 2 cups marinara
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 cup ricotta
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella
- ¼ cup parmesan
- Fresh basil
02 Make
The good part
- 01
Spread half the marinara in a baking dish and arrange frozen dumplings in one layer.
- 02
Top with spinach, ricotta spoonfuls, remaining sauce, mozzarella, and parmesan.
- 03
Cover and bake at 400°F for 20 minutes, then uncover for 10 minutes until bubbling.
03 Know before you cook
Small details, better dinner.
Practical notes for getting the texture right, adapting the ingredients, and saving what is left.
- Use dairy free ricotta and mozzarella if needed.
- Pesto or a creamy tomato sauce can replace part of the marinara.
Refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat covered at 350°F until hot throughout.
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Per serving, approximately
560 calories26g protein6g fiber
Nutrition is an estimate and may vary with brands and portions.04 The kitchen edit
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