Turkey Lasagna
Recipe from Family Circle

This turkey lasagna gives a healthy twist to the traditional dish. This low-fat and low-calorie recipe is conveniently prepared in the crock pot.


Turkey Lasagna

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Servings: 8 servings
 
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Ingredients
  • medium-size onion, chopped
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  • 2 cloves
    garlic, minced
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  • 1-1/4 pounds
    ground turkey
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  • 1 teaspoon
    dried oregano
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  • 1/2 teaspoon
    salt
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  • 1/4 teaspoon
    black pepper
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  • 1 container (15 ounces)
    low-fat ricotta
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  • 1 cup
    Italian-blend shredded cheese
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  • 12 
    lasagna noodles (12 ounces) broken in half
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  • 1 package (10 ounces)
    frozen chopped broccoli, thawed and squeezed dry
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  • 1 jar (26 ounces)
    chunky tomato sauce
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Directions
1.
In a large nonstick skillet, cook onions and garlic over medium-high heat for 4 minutes or until softened. Add turkey to skillet and cook, breaking up large chunks, for about 6 minutes or until no longer pink; drain fat. Season turkey with oregano, salt and pepper. Set aside.
2.
In a small bowl, combine ricotta and1/2 cup of the Italian shredded cheese.
3.
In a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker, layer half the uncooked noodles, overlapping as necessary. Spread half of both the meat mixture and broccoli over noodles, then top with about half of the tomato sauce and 1/4 cup water. Gently spread ricotta mixture on top, and continue layering with remaining noodles, meat, broccoli, sauce and an additional 1/4 cup water.
4.
Cover and cook on HIGH for 4 hours or LOW for 5 hours. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup of Italian cheese on top for last 15 minutes of cooking time or until melted.

Nutrition information
Per serving: Calories 333, Total Fat 14 g, Saturated Fat 6 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Sodium 826 mg, Carbohydrate 24 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 27 g. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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