Makeover Beef & Sausage Lasagna Recipe

Name: Makeover Beef & Sausage Lasagna
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 pound lean ground beef (90% lean); 3/4 pound Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 medium green pepper, chopped; 1 jar (26 ounces) spaghetti sauce; 1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese, cubed; 1 cup 1% cottage cheese; 1 large egg, lightly beaten; 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley; 6 whole wheat lasagna noodles, cooked and drained; 1 cup shredded reduced-fat Italian cheese blend; 3 teaspoons Italian seasoning, divided; 1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Servings: persons

3/4 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
3/4 pound Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 jar (26 ounces) spaghetti sauce
1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese, cubed
1 cup 1% cottage cheese
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
6 whole wheat lasagna noodles, cooked and drained
1 cup shredded reduced-fat Italian cheese blend
3 teaspoons Italian seasoning, divided
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

1
In a large skillet, cook the beef, sausage, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Set aside 1 cup spaghetti sauce; stir remaining sauce into meat mixture. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until thickened.
2
In a small saucepan, melt cream cheese over medium heat. Remove from the heat. Stir in the cottage cheese, egg and parsley.
3
Spread meat sauce into a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Top with 3 noodles, Italian cheese blend, 1-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning and cream cheese mixture. Layer with remaining noodles and reserved spaghetti sauce; sprinkle with mozzarella and remaining Italian seasoning.
4
Cover and bake at 350u00b0 for 35 minutes. Bake, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes or until bubbly. Let stand for 15 minutes before cutting.

1462

kcal

Calories

Fat

118

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 3/4 pound lean ground beef (90% lean), 3/4 pound Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed, 1 medium onion, chopped, 1 medium green pepper, chopped, and more.

Yes, Makeover Beef & Sausage 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.

Makeover Beef & Sausage Lasagna

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