"for the Health of It " Meatballs and Broccoli Lasa

Name: "for the Health of It " Meatballs and Broccoli Lasagna
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces whole wheat lasagna noodles, uncooked; 2 cups fresh broccoli, chopped; 8 ounces mozzarella cheese, low moisture part skim; 28 ounces tomato sauce, canned; 4 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, shredded; 2 tablespoons dried basil; 2 tablespoons granulated garlic; 2 tablespoons kosher salt; 1 tablespoon black pepper; 24 ounces small curd cottage cheese; 16 ounces 97% lean ground beef; 4 large eggs; 2 tablespoons flax seeds

Servings: persons

8 ounces whole wheat lasagna noodles, uncooked
2 cups fresh broccoli, chopped
8 ounces mozzarella cheese, low moisture part skim
28 ounces tomato sauce, canned
4 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, shredded
2 tablespoons dried basil
2 tablespoons granulated garlic
2 tablespoons kosher salt
1 tablespoon black pepper
24 ounces small curd cottage cheese
16 ounces 97% lean ground beef
4 large eggs
2 tablespoons flax seeds

1
Cook noodles until plyable, do not over cook.
2
Season ground beef with 1/2 amount of garlic, salt, pepper, dried basil.
3
Add 2 eggs and blend.
4
Mix in flax seeds to batter.
5
Season cottage cheese with garlic, salt, pepper, fresh basil.
6
Add 2 eggs and blend.
7
Start with 6 oz of tomato sauce on bottem of a pan sprayed 9X15 pan.
8
Layer noodles, 1/2 amount of ground beef, 1/2 amount of cheese filling, 1/2 amount of broccoli and 8 oz of tomato sauce.
9
Layer noodles again and repeat process.
10
End with a top layer of noodles and the rest of the sauce.
11
Top with mozzerella cheese and bake wrapped in restaurant quality (Sams Choice, Walmart) saran wrap and heavy duty aluminum foil for 1 hour in a 350 degree oven.

1618

kcal

Calories

103

Fat

Carbs

106

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces whole wheat lasagna noodles, uncooked, 2 cups fresh broccoli, chopped, 8 ounces mozzarella cheese, low moisture part skim, 28 ounces tomato sauce, canned, and more.

Yes, "for the Health of It " Meatballs and Broccoli 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

"for the Health of It " Meatballs and Broccoli Lasagna

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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