ZUCCHINI BEEF LASAGNA

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"This fresh-tasting and mildly seasoned Italian entree is a real crowd-pleaser," remarks Brenda Tumasone of Newhall, California.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (8 ounces each) no-salt-added tomato sauce
1/2 cup water
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 package (16 ounces) lasagna noodles, cooked, rinsed and drained
1 cup fat-free cottage cheese
1 small zucchini, sliced and cooked
1 cup reduced-fat sour cream

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the tomato sauce, water, tomato paste, bay leaves, parsley and Italian seasoning. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, for 30-40 minutes. , Discard bay leaves. Spread 1/2 cup meat sauce in a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Arrange 5 noodles over sauce, cutting to fit. Spread with cottage cheese. Cover with 5 noodles, half of the meat sauce and the zucchini. Cover with 5 noodles and sour cream. Top with remaining noodles and meat sauce. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until heated through. Let stand for 15 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187 calories, Fat 8g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 270mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Sivaa Sivatharan
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This recipe is a winner! The zucchini adds a delicious flavor and texture to the lasagna. I'll definitely be making this again and again.


brandimoondoll
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I love the unique flavor that the zucchini gives to this lasagna. It's a great way to change up the traditional lasagna recipe. I'll definitely be making this again.


Landyn Larie
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This lasagna is a great make-ahead meal. I made it ahead of time and then froze it. When I was ready to serve it, I just thawed it overnight and then baked it. It was just as delicious as when I first made it.


Lillian Brannon
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I made this lasagna for my husband's birthday dinner, and he loved it. He said it was the best lasagna he had ever had. I'll definitely be making this again for special occasions.


Pushpa Rahman
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover beef. I had some leftover beef from a roast, and this was the perfect way to use it up. The lasagna was delicious and easy to make.


Mateusz Brzozowski
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This lasagna was a great way to sneak some vegetables into my kids' diet. They loved the zucchini, and they didn't even realize they were eating vegetables. I'll definitely be making this again.


Amii Lovv
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I'm always looking for new ways to make lasagna, and this recipe definitely caught my eye. The zucchini added a unique and delicious flavor to the dish, and the beef was cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making this again.


KBrown
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I made this lasagna for a potluck dinner, and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it, and several people asked for the recipe. I'll definitely be making this again for future potlucks.


Hammaad chaudhary
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover zucchini. I had a few extra zucchini from my garden, and this was the perfect way to use them up. The lasagna was delicious and easy to make.


Paranormal Society (Ghost Finder)
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I'm not usually a fan of lasagna, but I decided to give this recipe a try. I'm so glad I did! The zucchini made the dish light and refreshing, and the beef was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


MD GIYASDDUIN
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This was my first time making lasagna, and I'm so glad I chose this recipe. It was easy to follow and turned out perfectly. The zucchini added a nice touch of flavor, and the beef was tender and juicy. I'll definitely be making this again.


Angie Musick
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I'm always looking for new and exciting lasagna recipes, and this one definitely fit the bill. The zucchini gave the dish a unique and delicious flavor, and the beef was cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making this again.


Ram Charhan
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I made this lasagna for my family on a weeknight, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it, and I even had seconds. The leftovers were just as good the next day. I'll definitely be making this again soon.


Mohit Sharma
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This was the perfect dish to serve at my dinner party last night. It was a big hit with all of my guests, and several people asked for the recipe. I'll definitely be making this again for future gatherings.


Mr Manik
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I'm not a huge fan of zucchini, but I decided to give this recipe a try anyway. I'm so glad I did! The zucchini was cooked perfectly and didn't overpower the other flavors in the dish. I'll definitely be making this again.


Complex Fighter
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This lasagna was surprisingly easy to make, considering how delicious it turned out. The instructions were clear and easy to follow, and I had no trouble finding all of the ingredients at my local grocery store. I'm definitely adding this recipe to m


Imran Sajjad
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I've cooked a lot of lasagna dishes, and this zucchini-beef version is definitely one of my favorites. The zucchini adds a wonderful texture and flavor to the dish, and the beef is cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again!