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Simple Spaghetti Squash Lasagna

Published June 1, 2016
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Simple Spaghetti Squash Lasagna
Published June 1, 2016
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Enjoy a lighter but equally satisfying Italian lasagna with just two simple swaps. Spaghetti squash instead of pasta sneaks in more veggies for the day. Lean ground turkey in place of ground beef helps you cut your daily intake of saturated fat.

Simple Spaghetti Squash Lasagna

Ingredients

  • 1 spaghetti squash, halved lengthwise and seeded
  • 1 pound JENNIE-O® Ground Turkey
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 2 1/2 cups Puttanesca (or Marinara) sauce, divided
  • 1 1/2 cups part skim ricotta cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 3 heaping tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt

Directions

Heat oven to 400°F. Place spaghetti squash halves cut side down onto a baking sheet. Bake 60 minutes or until knife easily passes through the squash. Reduce oven temperature to 350°F.

In large skillet, over medium-high, add ground turkey. Cook ground turkey for 8 to 10 minutes until no longer pink.  Always cook to well done, 165°F as measured by a meat thermometer. Add 2 cups of tomato sauce to turkey, mix well, and set aside.

In a medium bowl, mix together the cheeses, herbs and salt until well combined. Scrape cooled spaghetti squash with a fork, and layer the bottom of a 9-by-13 inch baking dish. Top with ground turkey, then sprinkle with cheese using the back of a spoon to spread the cheese evenly over the turkey. Add remaining 1/2 cup tomato sauce over the cheese layer and sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese. Cover and bake for 30 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly. Let cool 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information

Serves: 6  |  Serving Size:  1/6 lasagna

Per serving: Calories: 373; Total Fat: 19g; Saturated Fat: 8g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 108mg; Sodium: 828mg; Carbohydrate: 22g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Sugar: 8g; Protein: 30g

Nutrition Bonus: Potassium: 134mg; Iron: 9%; Vitamin A: 19%; Vitamin C: 21%; Calcium: 40%

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The information in this article is provided solely for informational purposes. This information is not medical advice and should not be relied upon when making medical decisions, or to diagnose or treat a health condition or illness. You should seek the advice of a physician or a medical professional before beginning any dietary programs or plans, exercise regimen or any other fitness or wellness activities.

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