TURKEY 'N' SQUASH LASAGNA

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I came up with this lasagna recipe when spaghetti squash was on sale at the supermarket, and it was a hit with all my friends. I used ground turkey because I'm trying to cook healthier. -Nancy Beall, Colorado Springs, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 medium spaghetti squash (2 to 2-1/2 pounds)
1 pound lean ground turkey
1 large onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (28 ounces each) crushed tomatoes
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
1/3 cup minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 carton (15 ounces) reduced-fat ricotta cheese
3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided
2 medium zucchini, sliced
6 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided

Steps:

  • With a sharp knife, pierce spaghetti squash 10 times. Place on a microwave-safe plate; microwave on high for 5-6 minutes. Turn; cook 4-5 minutes longer or until fork-tender. Cover and let stand for 15 minutes. Cut squash in half lengthwise; discard seeds. Scoop out squash, separating strands with a fork; set aside., In a large saucepan, cook turkey and onion in 1-1/2 teaspoons oil over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Stir in the tomatoes, tomato paste, parsley, sugar and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes. , In a small bowl, combine the egg, ricotta and 3/4 cup Parmesan until blended. In a small skillet, saute zucchini in remaining oil until crisp-tender. , Spread 1-1/2 cups meat sauce into a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Layer with three noodles and half of the zucchini, spaghetti squash and ricotta mixture. Sprinkle with 1-1/2 cups mozzarella and half of remaining sauce. Top with the remaining noodles, zucchini, spaghetti squash, ricotta mixture and sauce (dish will be full). , Place dish on a baking sheet. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45-55 minutes or until edges are bubbly. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 548mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Darshan Nickelen
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This lasagna was so easy to make and it turned out so delicious! I loved the combination of flavors and textures. The squash was soft and sweet, the turkey was savory and hearty, and the cheese was melted and gooey. I will definitely be making this a


Nipa Ali
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I'm not a big fan of squash, but I really enjoyed this lasagna. The squash was cooked perfectly and it wasn't overpowering. The turkey was also very flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


pramila dangol
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This lasagna was delicious! The squash added a nice sweetness and the turkey was very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Its Mubashir
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I made this lasagna for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The lasagna was easy to make and the ingredients were easy to find. I would definitely make this again.


Shakir SQ
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This lasagna was a bit bland for my taste. I think I would add more spices next time.


Lance Fry
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This lasagna was amazing! The flavors were perfect and the lasagna was cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.


Km Eslam Dewan
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I made this lasagna for my family and they all loved it! It was easy to make and the ingredients were easy to find. I would definitely make this again.


Xolani Xhakaza
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This lasagna was delicious! The squash added a nice sweetness and the turkey was very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


CJ Clay
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I made this lasagna for a dinner party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The lasagna was cheesy, flavorful, and hearty. I would definitely make this again.


Basit Jatt
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This lasagna was a bit time-consuming to make, but it was worth it! The flavors were amazing and the lasagna was a big hit with my family. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Stacy Williams
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I made this lasagna for my friends and they all loved it! They said it was the best lasagna they had ever had. I was really impressed with how easy it was to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Anas Yadgar
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This lasagna was so easy to make and it turned out so delicious! I loved the combination of flavors and textures. The squash was soft and sweet, the turkey was savory and hearty, and the cheese was melted and gooey. I will definitely be making this a


shanoy grant
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I'm not a big fan of squash, but I really enjoyed this lasagna. The squash was cooked perfectly and it wasn't overpowering. The turkey was also very flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Jamyang Choden
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I made this lasagna for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about how delicious it was. The lasagna was easy to make and the ingredients were easy to find. I will definitely make this again.


SKD
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This lasagna was a hit with my family! The combination of turkey and squash was unique and delicious. The butternut squash added a natural sweetness to the dish and the turkey made it hearty and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.