Ingredients
– 9 lasagna noodles
– 1 pound ground turkey
– 2 cups ricotta cheese
– 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
– 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 3 cups marinara sauce
– 1 egg
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon dried basil
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating Turkey Lasagna is straightforward when you follow these steps:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook the Noodles: Boil the lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3. Brown the Turkey: In a skillet over medium heat, add the ground turkey and cook until browned. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic.
4. Mix the Cheese: In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Mix well until smooth.
5. Assemble the Lasagna:
– Spread a layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
– Place three lasagna noodles over the sauce.
– Add half of the ricotta mixture on top, followed by half of the ground turkey.
– Sprinkle one-third of the mozzarella cheese over the turkey.
– Repeat the layers, starting with marinara sauce, noodles, ricotta mixture, turkey, and mozzarella.
– Finish with a final layer of noodles and the remaining marinara sauce. Top with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
6. Cover and Bake: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
7. Uncover and Brown: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
8. Cool the Lasagna: Once cooked, remove the lasagna from the oven and let it cool for about 15 minutes before slicing.
9. Garnish: Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves if desired.
These steps will guide you through creating a delectable Turkey Lasagna that will surely be a hit!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 30g