Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
2 tsp

olive oil

1 unit

yellow onion

diced

1 unit

green bell pepper

diced

8 ounce

brown mushrooms

sliced

2 cloves

garlic

minced

1 pound

turkey Italian sausage

28 ounce

crushed tomatoes

6 ounce

tomato paste

0.25 cup

fresh flat leaf parsley

chopped

0.5 cup

fresh basil

chopped

2 tsp

kosher salt

0.75 tsp

fresh ground black pepper

0.5 pound

whole wheat lasagna noodles

15 ounce

nonfat ricotta cheese

3 ounce

soft goat cheese

crumbled

1.25 cup

grated Parmesan

1 unit

egg

lightly beaten

0.5 pound

part skim mozzarella

sliced thin

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2
~3 min

Soak lasagna noodles in very hot tap water for 20 minutes to soften.

Step 3
~3 min

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 4
~3 min

Add diced onion, green bell pepper, and sliced mushrooms to the skillet.

Step 5
~3 min

Sauté until vegetables are tender.

Step 6
~3 min

Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute.

Step 7
~3 min

Add Italian turkey sausage to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until no longer pink.

Step 8
~3 min

Pour crushed tomatoes and tomato paste into the skillet.

Step 9
~3 min

Add half of the chopped parsley, all the basil, and 1 1/2 teaspoons of salt.

Step 10
~3 min

Simmer the sauce uncovered over medium-low heat for 15 minutes.

Step 11
~3 min

In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, goat cheese, remaining parsley, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and black pepper.

Step 12
~3 min

Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.

Step 13
~3 min

Ladle 1/3 of the sauce into the baking dish, spreading it evenly.

Step 14
~3 min

Layer half of the softened lasagna noodles over the sauce.

Step 15
~3 min

Spread half of the cheese mixture over the noodles.

Step 16
~3 min

Pour 1/3 of the sauce over the cheese.

Step 17
~3 min

Repeat layers with remaining noodles, cheese mixture, and sauce.

Step 18
~3 min

Sprinkle 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese over the top.

Step 19
~3 min

Bake for about 30 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbling and the cheese is melted and lightly browned.

Step 20
~3 min

Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, add a splash of red wine to the sauce while simmering.

If the lasagna starts to brown too quickly, cover with foil for the last 15 minutes of baking.

Allow the lasagna to cool slightly before slicing to prevent it from falling apart.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled a day ahead and baked before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad and garlic bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Caesar salad
Garlic bread
Roasted vegetables

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy

Cultural Significance

A staple in Italian cuisine, often served at family gatherings and holidays.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter
Thanksgiving

Occasion Tags

Family dinner
Holiday meal
Casual gathering

Popularity Score

70/100

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