Lasagna-Stuffed Mushrooms

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2
Lasagna-Stuffed Mushrooms for a Comforting Dinner
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/4 pound lean ground beef
1/2 cup fat-free small curd cottage cheese
1 egg
1 tablespoon finely chopped green onion
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
salt and black pepper to taste
1/4 cup prepared pasta sauce , divided
6 large fresh mushrooms , or more as needed , stems removed
1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese , divided

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
93
Sugar
3g
Fat
4g
Lasagna-Stuffed Mushrooms are a twist on the classic Italian dish, lasagna. These bite-sized portions offer all the flavor of the beloved comfort food in one easy-to-eat dish. The recipe uses fresh mushrooms in place of traditional lasagna noodles. The filling is made with lean ground beef, small curd cottage cheese, and seasoned with chopped green onion and parsley. The dish is topped with pasta sauce and shredded mozzarella cheese and baked for a satisfying and nutritious dinner.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2.Cook ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned and crumbly, about 10 minutes, stirring and breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess grease from the beef.
3.Beat cottage cheese and egg together in a small bowl until smooth. Stir in green onion, parsley, salt, and black pepper.
4.Spoon a small amount of pasta sauce into each mushroom cap.
5.Fill each cap with an equal amount of beef, pressing down lightly.
6.Spoon some more sauce over the beef and sprinkle mozzarella cheese over sauce.
7.Arrange filled mushroom caps in a shallow baking dish.
8.Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is bubbly, about 20 minutes.

PROS

Lasagna-Stuffed Mushrooms offer the flavor of classic lasagna in bite-sized portions.
They are low in calories and fat and high in protein, making them an ideal option for those looking for a healthier dinner option.

CONS

Mushrooms are an acquired taste and may not be enjoyed by everyone.
The dish can be time-consuming to prepare since the mushroom caps have to be cleaned and hollowed out.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Mushrooms are nutrient-dense and are an excellent source of protein, fiber, and B vitamins. They also have anti-inflammatory properties that can help boost the immune system and reduce the risk of chronic disease.

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