MAKEOVER TRADITIONAL LASAGNA

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I've never been quick to pass along my special recipes, but this one is so good that it's become our family's Christmas Eve tradition! -Michelle Behan, Littleton, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 pound extra-lean ground beef (95% lean)
1 package (14 ounces) breakfast turkey sausage links, casings removed and crumbled
3 cans (8 ounces each) no-salt-added tomato sauce
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon pepper
9 whole wheat lasagna noodles
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups 2% cottage cheese
1 carton (15 ounces) reduced-fat ricotta cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
6 slices provolone cheese
Additional minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and sausage over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the tomato sauce, tomato paste, garlic, sugar, Italian seasoning and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Meanwhile, cook noodles according to package directions; drain., In a small bowl, combine the eggs, cottage cheese, ricotta cheese, Parmesan and parsley. Spread 1 cup meat sauce into a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Layer with 3 noodles, half of the cheese mixture, 1-1/3 cups sauce and 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers. Top with remaining noodles and sauce., Cover and bake at 350° for 55-60 minutes or until bubbly. Top with provolone and remaining mozzarella cheese. Bake, uncovered, 15-20 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand for 15 minutes before cutting. Sprinkle with additional parsley.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361 calories, Fat 15g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 133mg cholesterol, Sodium 634mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

Md Omedul
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I made this lasagna for my family and they loved it. It's a great recipe for a special occasion.


Suzy Oglesby
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This lasagna is the best I've ever had. It's so flavorful and cheesy.


Kalid Mohammed
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a new family favorite.


Asim Gondal
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This lasagna is so cheesy and delicious.


Safer Mustafa
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I love that this lasagna is made with fresh ingredients.


Stefan Dascalu
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This lasagna is the perfect meal for a cold winter night.


Emmanuel Paddy
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I've made this lasagna several times and it's always a hit.


Adnan Younas
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This lasagna is so easy to make and it's so delicious.


Md Uzzal Islam
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I'm not a huge fan of lasagna, but this recipe changed my mind.


Bangla Channel MD kishor
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This lasagna is the best I've ever had.


AASHISH CENT ENTERTAINTMENT
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I made this lasagna for a potluck and it was a huge hit.


Robert Pontious
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This lasagna is so delicious and flavorful.


Fusseni Saedu
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a keeper!


Steven Stikeleather
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This lasagna is the perfect comfort food.


Martha Mbewe
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I love that this lasagna is made with whole wheat noodles.


Khalil Lawrence
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This lasagna is so easy to make and it tastes amazing.


Fatim Jarju
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I've been making this lasagna for years and it never disappoints.


Kashif Bhutta
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This is my go-to lasagna recipe. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Amoyah Baker
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I made this last night and it was a hit! My family loved it.


Happy Day
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This looks delicious! I can't wait to try it.


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