Almost Healthy Lasagna Recipe

Name: Almost Healthy Lasagna
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 C flour; 2-3 T olive oil; 2 C skim milk; 1/3 C powered dry nonfat milk; 1 T paprika; 1 t nutmeg; small can of tomato sauce; two carrots; one celery stalk; 1-2 onions; 2 garlic cloves; 1 lb ground buffalo; 2 crushed bay leaves; 1/2 t thyme; 2/3 C red wine; 1 lb. of fresh spinach; 1 lb. low fat ricotta cheese d 1/2 lb. skim milk or no fat; mozzarella cheese.; Parmesan and/or low fat Swiss cheese

Servings: persons

1/2 C flour
2-3 T olive oil
2 C skim milk
1/3 C powered dry nonfat milk
1 T paprika
1 t nutmeg
small can of tomato sauce
two carrots
one celery stalk
1-2 onions
2 garlic cloves
1 lb ground buffalo
2 crushed bay leaves
1/2 t thyme
2/3 C red wine
1 lb. of fresh spinach
1 lb. low fat ricotta cheese d 1/2 lb. skim milk or no fat
mozzarella cheese.
Parmesan and/or low fat Swiss cheese

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Cook the lasagna noodles Meanwhile, prepare Almost Healthy Bechamel Sauce and Almost Healthy Bolangese Sauce.
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Bechamel Sauce
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Put 1/2 C flour and 2-3 T olive oil in a glass bowl. Microwave for 1 min., then stir until well blended. Add 2 C skim milk. Microwave for 1 min., then stir until smooth. Repeat; Microwave for 1 min., then stir until smooth; Repeat; Microwave for 1 min., then stir until smooth and the sauce is glossy on the top. If not, cook and stir some more. Stir in 1/3 C powered dry nonfat milk.*
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* Adding dry milk improves the body of the sauce.
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Add 1 T paprika, 1 t nutmeg, and one small can of tomato sauce.
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Sauce Bolangese
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Dice two carrots, one celery stalk, and 1-2 onions depending and saute in olive oil for 10 min. Add two crushed garlic cloves.
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Add 1 lb. ground Buffalo, 2 crushed bay leaves*, 1/2 t thyme, and 2/3 C red wine. Cook until the wine has almost evaporated and gradually blend in 1 lb. of fresh spinach leaves until wilted.
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*If crushed bay leaf is not available, put the wine in a cup in the microwave and heat it. Soak the bay leaves in the hot wine for 45-60 mins., before adding the wine to the meat.
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Combine Bolangese and Bechamel.
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In a separate bowl, blend 1 lb. low fat ricotta cheese and 1/2 lb. shredded skim milk or no fat mozzarella cheese.
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Assembly of the Lasagna
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Oil (ovilve)a lasagna pan. Cover the bottom of the pan with a layer of lasagna noodles. Spread over that a layer of sauce, then the ricotta-mozzarella cheese. Repeat, ending with a layer noodles.
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Top with shredded Parmesan and/or low fat Swiss cheese.
15
BRown in a 400 degree oven.

839

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 C flour, 2-3 T olive oil, 2 C skim milk, 1/3 C powered dry nonfat milk, and more.

Yes, Almost Healthy Lasagna falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Almost Healthy Lasagna

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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