"Classic, rich and sumptuous lasagne with creamy ricotta cheese, spinach and a zesty homemade tomato mushroom sauce..."
INGREDIENTS
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5 to 6 sun-dried tomatoes
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1/2 oz (14 g) dried wild mushrooms
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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1 small carrot, diced
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1 celery stalk, diced
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1 clove garlic, minced or crushed
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2 to 3 fresh chilies or jalapeños, seeded and finely chopped
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1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
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1/4 teaspoon cayenne
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2 cups white or cremini mushrooms, chopped
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6 medium tomatoes, finely chopped
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5 1/2 oz (160 mL) can tomato paste
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1/3 cup fresh basil (2 teaspoons dried)
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2 tablespoons fresh oregano (2 teaspoons dried)
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1 tablespoon fresh thyme (1 teaspoon dried)
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1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt
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generous amount of fresh cracked black pepper
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4 cups fresh spinach, coarsely chopped
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9 to 10 sheets fresh or dry lasagne noodles
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1 2/3 cup ricotta cheese
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1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
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1 egg, lightly beaten (optional)
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9 oz (250 g) fontina or mozzarella cheese, sliced
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1/2 cup fresh grated Parmesan cheese