Vegetarian Lasagna with Maple Caramelized Onions - Maple from Canada

Ingredients

• 1 large eggplant, peeled and sliced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• Salt and ground pepper
• 1 1/8 lb box or 16 sheets lasagna pasta
• 1 tbsp butter
• 3 medium red onions, sliced into rings
• 1/3 cup white wine or cider
• 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 cup pure maple syrup from Canada
• 1 lb containers cottage cheese
• 3 cups melting cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, gouda, or other firm cheese), grated
• 3/4 cup cooked spinach, chopped and drained