Sarah’s Best Lasagna

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 16
Sarah's Best Lasagna - A classic Italian dish with a healthy twist
in Pasta

Prep

30 min

Cook

55 min

Ready In

1 hr 25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb low-fat sausage
3 -4 cups Prego spaghetti sauce
1 can diced tomatoes , italian style ( optional )
2 -3 teaspoons garlic salt
1 -2 teaspoon onion powder
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 boxes lasagna noodles
2 cups light mozzarella cheese , shredded
1 3/4 cups light cheddar cheese , shredded
16 ounces low fat cottage cheese
8 ounces light ricotta cheese
1 can spinach , drained

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
420
Sugar
8g
Fat
17g
Lasagna is a classic Italian dish that dates back hundreds of years. This recipe is an updated, healthier version of the dish that incorporates low-fat ingredients and vegetables to boost its nutrition. Lasagna is perfect for large gatherings or even meal prep as it can be made in advance and reheated easily. The layers of pasta, meat sauce, and cheese make for a hearty and satisfying meal that's perfect for chilly evenings.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.In a frying pan, cook the sausage over medium heat until it's no longer pink. Drain any excess fat from the pan.
3.Add the spaghetti sauce, diced tomatoes (if using), garlic salt, onion powder, black pepper, and oregano to the pan. Simmer the sauce for 10-15 minutes.
4.While the sauce is simmering, cook the lasagna noodles according to the package directions. Drain and rinse the noodles under cool water.
5.In a mixing bowl, combine the mozzarella, cheddar, cottage cheese, ricotta, and drained spinach.
6.In a 9x13 inch baking dish, layer the lasagna noodles, followed by the cheese mixture, and then the sauce. Repeat this layering process until all of your ingredients have been used.
7.Cover the lasagna with aluminum foil and bake in the oven for 40-45 minutes.
8.Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes to allow the cheese to brown. Let the lasagna rest for 10-15 minutes before serving.

PROS

Lasagna is a crowd-pleasing, comforting dish that’s perfect for family gatherings.

This recipe is relatively lower in fat due to the use of low-fat sausage, light cheese, and spinach to boost the nutrition of the dish.

CONS

Lasagna is a high-carb dish due to the use of pasta noodles.
This recipe is also relatively high in sodium due to the use of pre-made spaghetti sauce.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This lasagna recipe is a good source of protein due to the low-fat sausage and cheese.
The use of spinach adds nutrients like vitamin C, vitamin K, and fiber.
Oregano is a powerful antioxidant and has been linked to reducing inflammation in the body.

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