Ingredients and Weight:
- Lasagna noodles: 12 (9 ounces)
- Ground turkey: 1 pound
- Spinach: 10 ounces, fresh or frozen
- Ricotta cheese: 15 ounces
- Mozzarella cheese: 16 ounces, shredded
- Parmesan cheese: 1 cup, grated
- Onion: 1 medium, chopped
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Tomato sauce: 28 ounces
- Italian seasoning: 2 teaspoons
- Salt and pepper: to taste
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cooking Time: 60-75 minutes
Difficulty Level: 2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, cook the ground turkey over medium heat until browned. Remove from heat and drain excess fat.
- In the same skillet, sauté the onion and garlic in olive oil until softened.
- Stir in the tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until thickened.
- In a bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, spinach, Parmesan cheese, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Spread 1 cup of tomato sauce on the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Top with lasagna noodles, then half of the ground turkey mixture.
- Spread with half of the ricotta mixture, followed by half of the mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers.
- Bake for 60-75 minutes, or until bubbly and the cheese is golden brown.
- Let rest for 15 minutes before serving.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 450 per serving
- Protein: 30 grams per serving
- Fat: 20 grams per serving
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams per serving
Dish Characteristics:
- Cheesy, savory, and comforting
- Perfect for a family meal or entertaining guests
- Can be customized with different cheeses, vegetables, or meat
User Comments:
- "Absolutely delicious! The spinach and turkey make it a healthy twist on a classic dish."
- "Easy to make and so satisfying. I'll definitely be making this again."
- "The perfect dish for a cold winter night. It warms you up and fills you up."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- For a vegetarian option, substitute the ground turkey with crumbled tofu or tempeh.
- If you don't have fresh spinach, you can use 10 ounces of frozen spinach, thawed and drained.
- To make the lasagna ahead of time, assemble it and refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw and reheat before serving.
