Noodleless Butternut Squash Lasagna
Ingredients
- 1 medium butternut squash
- 15 ounces skim ricotta cheese (or fat-free cottage cheese)
- ⅓ cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 large egg white
- 1 pound lean turkey breakfast sausage
- 1 onion, minced
- 5 cups kale, chopped
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 cups spinach
- 10 ounces fresh mozzarella slices
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- Cut off the large, bulb-like, rounded end of the butternut squash, reserving the neck of the squash. Peel and slice both ends so they are parallel.
- Slice the squash halfway to the center using a spiral vegetable slicer fitted with the straight blade to make thin slices. Alternatively, you can slice into long, thin strips with a knife.
- In a bowl, mix together the ricotta, Parmesan, egg, and egg white. Set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the sausage and onion over medium heat until the sausage is browned. Add the kale, garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Cook until the kale is slightly wilted, then add the spinach.
- Line the bottom of a 9x13” pan with a single layer of squash. Top with half of the the sausage mixture, followed by half the ricotta cheese mixture. Repeat. Finish with a third layer of butternut squash and top with the slices of fresh mozzarella.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake at 425°F for 35-40 minutes or until the squash is tender.
- Remove the foil and broil for 3 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbling.
- Allow to sit for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow it to fully set up.
- Cut into 8 portions and enjoy!
| NUTRITIONAL INFO | PER SERVING |
|---|---|
| Calories | 300 (120 from fat) |
| Total fat | 13g |
| Saturated fat | 7g |
| Cholesterol | 85mg |
| Sodium | 890mg |
| Carbohydrate | 16g (2g dietary fiber, 5g sugar) |
| Protein | 25g |
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