Cottage Cheese Lasagna
Discover a healthier twist on a classic comfort food! This Cottage Cheese Lasagna is creamy, packed with protein, and absolutely delicious. 🧀🍅
Equipment
- Baking Dish
- Mixing Bowl
- Skillet
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 12 lasagna noodles boiled
- 2 cups cottage cheese full-fat or low-fat, based on preference
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey optional, can be substituted with cooked lentils for a vegetarian version
- 1 cup fresh spinach chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Boil the lasagna noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, cook the ground beef or turkey over medium heat until browned. Add minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir in marinara sauce and let simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, chopped spinach, and half of the Parmesan cheese. Stir well.
- Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce at the bottom of a baking dish.
- Layer 3 lasagna noodles, followed by the cottage cheese mixture, meat sauce, and shredded mozzarella. Repeat the layering process until all ingredients are used, finishing with mozzarella and the remaining Parmesan on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Enjoy with a side of garlic bread or a simple green salad!
Notes
For a vegetarian version, replace ground beef with sautéed mushrooms or cooked lentils. For extra creaminess, blend the cottage cheese before mixing with other ingredients.