Light and Delicious Lasagna Recipe

Enjoy a light and delicious homemade lasagna with layers of tender pasta, flavorful sauce, and a creamy cheese filling. This recipe is perfect for a comforting family dinner or for entertaining guests. The lasagna is made with lean ground turkey and low-fat cheese to reduce the calorie content without sacrificing taste. With a prep time of only 30 minutes, you can have this mouthwatering lasagna on the table in no time. This recipe is a crowd-pleaser and guaranteed to satisfy everyone's cravings!

Ingredients

• 9 lasagna noodles
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound lean ground turkey
• 1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes
• 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
• 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup low-fat ricotta cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Directions

1. Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and cook until onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the ground turkey to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up into small pieces with a spatula.
4. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, tomato sauce, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Simmer the sauce for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
6. In a small bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese.
7. Spread a thin layer of the tomato sauce on the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Place 3 lasagna noodles on top of the sauce. Spread half of the cheese mixture over the noodles. Repeat the layers with sauce, noodles, and cheese.
8. Finish with a layer of sauce and sprinkle the top with grated Parmesan cheese.
9. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10. Remove the lasagna from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
11. Slice and serve the light and delicious lasagna hot.

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