SPINACH AND TURKEY SAUSAGE LASAGNA

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Lynette Randleman's turkey sausage lasagna proves you can layer on great taste while keeping a luscious comfort food light. "My husband likes it better than the traditional tomato-based version," she adds from Buffalo, Wyoming.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 20

3 tablespoons butter
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 cups fat-free milk
3 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, cubed
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 pound Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed and crumbled
1 medium onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/2 teaspoon fennel seed, crushed
1 jar (7 ounces) roasted sweet red peppers, drained and chopped
1/2 cup white wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
3/4 cup 2% cottage cheese
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
9 lasagna noodles, cooked, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth; gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in cream cheese until melted. Stir in Parmesan cheese just until melted. Remove from the heat; set aside. , In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook sausage and onion over medium heat until sausage is no longer pink. Add the garlic, oregano, marjoram and fennel; cook 1 minute longer. , Add roasted peppers and wine. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 3-5 minutes or until liquid is reduced to 3 tablespoons. Remove from the heat; set aside. , In a small bowl, combine the spinach, cottage cheese and nutmeg. Spread 1/2 cup cheese sauce in a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Top with 3 noodles, half of the sausage mixture, half of the spinach mixture and 1 cup sauce; repeat layers. Top with remaining noodles and sauce. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese., Cover and bake at 375° for 40 minutes. Uncover; bake 15-20 minutes longer or until heated through and top is lightly browned. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 664mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Saharernafeg
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover turkey. It's also a great dish to make ahead of time.


Barbara Monroe
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I can't wait to try this recipe! It looks so delicious.


Rdx Khan
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This lasagna is the perfect comfort food. It's cheesy, hearty, and delicious.


Rachel Waters
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I followed the recipe exactly and the lasagna turned out perfect. It was so good that I ate two pieces!


Anthony Fida
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again.


Ademola Talabi
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I'm not a fan of spinach, but I loved this lasagna! The turkey sausage and cheese were the perfect combination.


Spencer Hemphill
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This lasagna was a little too cheesy for my taste, but overall it was a good recipe.


Awaga Desmond
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I substituted ground beef for the turkey sausage and it was still delicious.


boris lopez
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This recipe was easy to follow and the lasagna turned out great. I would definitely make it again.


Studio My Image
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I've made this lasagna several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's also a great way to use up leftover turkey.


Mohammed Abdullah
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This lasagna was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the creamy sauce.


steven pro256
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I love the combination of spinach, turkey sausage, and lasagna noodles! This recipe was easy to follow and turned out delicious. My family loved it.