TURKEY 'N' SQUASH LASAGNA
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
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
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Vimla Lokenauth
[email protected]I'm not a fan of pumpkin, but I really enjoyed this lasagna. The pumpkin added a nice sweetness to the dish and the lasagna was very flavorful.
Jr Borsoni
[email protected]The lasagna was delicious, but it was a bit too rich for my taste. I think I would use less cheese next time.
Andrea Acosta
[email protected]This lasagna was a bit too time-consuming for me. I think I would try a different recipe next time.
nabbanja Suzan
[email protected]I'm not a fan of lasagna, but I tried this recipe and was pleasantly surprised. The combination of flavors was really good and the lasagna was very filling.
Zahid Miladi
[email protected]I'm allergic to dairy, so I made this lasagna with vegan cheese. It turned out great! I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone with a dairy allergy.
Fayija 827
[email protected]I made this lasagna without the squash and it was still delicious. I think the squash would have added a nice sweetness to the dish, but it was still very good without it.
Blake Crow
[email protected]The lasagna was a bit dry. I think I would use more sauce next time.
jackei Yt
[email protected]This lasagna was a bit too bland for my taste. I think I would add more spices next time.
Lorrein
[email protected]I made this lasagna for my vegetarian friends and they loved it! I used vegetable broth instead of chicken broth and it was still very flavorful.
Kader Abrahams
[email protected]This lasagna was easy to make and turned out great. I used a store-bought marinara sauce and it was still delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Hm Yeasin Manik MT
[email protected]I made this lasagna for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. I especially liked the crispy edges of the lasagna noodles.
Shan Adecer
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of squash, but I really enjoyed this lasagna. The squash was cooked perfectly and added a nice sweetness to the dish. The turkey and cheese were also very flavorful.
Rahabu Rahabu
[email protected]This lasagna was a hit with my family! The combination of turkey, squash, and cheese was delicious, and the lasagna was perfectly cooked. I will definitely be making this again.