Mama Zuquinis Lasagne Di Zucca Salsiccia

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 0
Mama Zuquinis Lasagne Di Zucca Salsiccia – Creamy Italian Delight
in Lasagne

Prep

20 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 container light ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese , freshly shredded
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
2 garlic cloves , minced
12 ounces sweet light turkey sausage or 12 ounces hot light turkey sausage , casings removed
3/4 cup pumpkin puree
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 container marinara sauce
8 no-boil lasagna noodles
1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese , shredded divided
1/3 cup hot water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
302
Sugar
6g
Fat
15g
Mama Zuquinis Lasagne Di Zucca Salsiccia, originated in Italy, is a delicious comfort meal that is unique for its addition of pumpkin puree. This pumpkin puree creates a creamy texture in the dish, making it smooth and delectable to eat. The light ricotta cheese and light turkey sausage make the lasagne filling less fatty. In this recipe, we have used no-boil lasagna noodles that cut back on the preparation time. This lasagne is a great meal option for dinner parties or when you want to indulge. The taste of this lasagne is so different from the traditional lasagnes that your guests will surely be asking for more. Do try this amazing recipe at home for a special occasion.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.In a small bowl, mix together ricotta cheese, parmesan cheese, italian seasoning, and garlic cloves. Set aside.
3.Cook the turkey sausage in a large skillet over medium-high heat until browned, breaking up the meat as it cooks.
4.Add the pumpkin puree, white wine, chicken broth, and marinara sauce to the skillet with the sausage. Cook until the mixture is heated through and the flavors are well blended.
5.In a 9x13 inch baking dish, spoon a layer of the sausage mixture onto the bottom of the dish. Arrange lasagna noodles on top of the sauce. Spoon a layer of the ricotta cheese mixture over the noodles, then sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used up.
6.Pour the 1/3 cup of hot water around the inside edges of the baking dish. Cover the dish with foil and bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove foil and continue baking for an additional 25 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly.

PROS

This lasagne is a unique Italian twist with pumpkin puree, which creates a creamy texture in the dish.

Low-fat options used, like light ricotta cheese & light turkey sausage, reduce the calorie and fat content.

No-boil lasagna noodles speeds up the entire recipe.

CONS

This lasagne has a mild pumpkin flavor that may not appeal to everyone.

The recipe requires a lot of ingredients and an oven making it a little bit of a hassle to prepare.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pumpkin puree, the main ingredient in this dish, is a great source of fiber and vitamins.
Low-fat cheese and turkey sausage make the dish lighter.
Italian seasoning and garlic cloves have antioxidants properties.

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