Southwest Spinach Lasagna

1. Submerge noodles in HOT tap water in a large bowl for 10 minutes (or until you need the noodles).
2. Heat the diced tomatoes in a medium saucepan over medium high heat till warmed through.
3. In another medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium high heat. Add onions and cook, stirring until soft (3-4 minutes). Add the garlic and all spices and cook, stirring, for a minute more. Add 1/4 cup of flour and cook, stirring with a heavy wooden spoon, making a light roux, 2 minutes. Gradually add the half-and-half and cook, stirring till thick, 2 -3 minutes. Remove from heat. Add cheese, stirring to incorporate. Fold in spinach and chili peppers. Adjust seasoning to taste.

4. Assemble:
1/3 Sauce
1/3 Noodles
1/2 Spinach mixture
1/3 Sauce
1/3 Noodles
1/2 Spinach Mixture
1/3 Noodles
1/3 Sauce

Sprinkle extra cheese over top.

5. Bake 30 minutes at 400 degrees F.