HEALTHIER MEAT LASAGNA
Transform lasagna with meat sauce from a guilty pleasure into a wholesome meal. Small swap-ins can make a mighty difference: Whole-wheat noodles, low-fat cottage cheese, and lean ground sirloin create a light and delicious baked pasta. A topping of melted mozzarella and Parmesan keeps this dish feeling indulgent.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Beef Recipes Ground Beef Recipes
Time 1h20m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Place noodles in an 8-by-8-inch baking dish, and cover with hot tap water; set aside to soften.
- In a 5-quart Dutch oven or heavy pot, heat oil over medium-high. Add onion, eggplant, and garlic; season with salt and pepper. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until eggplant is very tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Add sirloin, and cook, breaking up meat with a spoon, until no longer pink, 3 to 5 minutes. Add tomato puree, and cook until thickened, 3 to 5 minutes. Season meat sauce with salt and pepper.
- Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, combine cottage cheese and 1/4 cup Parmesan; season with salt and pepper. Remove noodles from baking dish, discarding water.
- Spread about 1/4 cup meat sauce in bottom of dish, and top with 4 noodle halves. Layer with 1/3 cheese mixture, then 1/3 sauce. Repeat twice with remaining noodles, cheese mixture, and sauce. Sprinkle with mozzarella and remaining 2 tablespoons Parmesan. Bake until lasagna is bubbling and cheese topping is golden, 30 to 35 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting and serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 469 g, Fat 15 g, Fiber 9 g, Protein 40 g
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Niyari Teasley
[email protected]This lasagna is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. They'll never know they're there!
azmir hossen
[email protected]I've made this lasagna several times and it's always a hit. It's my go-to recipe for potlucks and parties.
Rochelle Hendricks
[email protected]This lasagna is perfect for a crowd. It's easy to make and everyone loves it.
Moeez Imran
[email protected]I'm not sure what went wrong, but my lasagna turned out really dry. I think I might have overcooked it.
Mohamed Elassal
[email protected]This lasagna is a great way to use up leftover meat. It's also a great make-ahead meal.
Drake Huntley
[email protected]The instructions were a bit confusing, but the lasagna turned out great. I would definitely make it again.
emad mughal
[email protected]This lasagna was a bit too heavy for my taste. I think I would have preferred a lighter version.
Chibueze Nweke
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of lasagna, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and cheesy. I'll definitely be making it again.
Tariq TSK
[email protected]This lasagna is delicious! I love the combination of flavors and textures. It's the perfect comfort food.
Kissy Same
[email protected]This lasagna was easy to make and turned out great. The only thing I would change is to use a different type of cheese. I used mozzarella and it was a little too gooey for my taste.
Sarmila Rana
[email protected]I love that this recipe is healthier than traditional lasagna. It's still delicious and satisfying, but I don't feel as guilty eating it.
Alyssa Mcclattie
[email protected]This lasagna was a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing and it was so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.