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Crispy Dumpling Lasagna Bake: Easy Viral Casserole Recipe

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A quick and easy casserole made with frozen dumplings, ricotta, spinach, marinara, and mozzarella, baked until golden and crispy. Perfect for weeknights and sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (16-ounce) bag frozen potstickers or dumplings
  • 2 cups (16 ounces) whole-milk ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup (about 3 ounces) fresh baby spinach, roughly chopped
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 3 cups (24 ounces) marinara sauce
  • 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil or nonstick spray.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine ricotta, chopped spinach, egg, Parmesan, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir until evenly combined.
  3. Spread a thin layer of marinara (about ½ cup) on the bottom of the prepared dish.
  4. Layer half of the frozen dumplings in a single, even layer over the sauce.
  5. Spread half of the ricotta mixture over the dumplings.
  6. Pour 1 cup of marinara over the ricotta layer and spread gently.
  7. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mozzarella over the sauce.
  8. Repeat layers: remaining dumplings, remaining ricotta mixture, another 1 cup of marinara, and remaining 1 cup of mozzarella.
  9. Drizzle the top with 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
  10. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  11. Remove the foil and bake for another 12 to 15 minutes, until bubbly and deeply golden.
  12. Let it rest for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing.
  13. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and serve hot.

Notes

Do not thaw the dumplings. Spread dumplings in a single layer. Watch the last few minutes of baking to avoid burning. Let the dish rest before slicing for clean layers. Use a metal spatula to serve.

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