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Three-cheese lasagna

Recipe Information

Description:
Three-cheese lasagna is a delicious Italian recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 15 minutes of prep time and about 30-40 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 45-55 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 6 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 6
Preparation Time 15 Minutes
Cook Time 30-40 Minutes
Total Time 45-55 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Cheeses; Lasagna Noodles
Category Dairy; Rice & Grains
Meal Dinner
Type Main Dish
Cuisine Italian
Diet

Ingredients

  • 15 whole-wheat lasagna noodles

  • 2 cups tomato sauce

  • 1/2 cup onions, chopped

  • 1/2 cup mushrooms, canned

  • 2 cups cottage cheese

  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded

  • 1 ounce parmesan cheese, grated

  • Cooking spray

Directions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.

  • Boil the noodles until tender following package instructions.

  • Coat an 8- to 10-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Coat the bottom of the baking dish with 1/4 cup of tomato sauce, then top with one layer of noodles. Cover the noodles with 1 cup cottage cheese, 1/2 cup sauce, then 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese.

  • Add a second layer following the same order (1/2 cup tomato sauce, one layer of noodles, 1 cup cottage cheese, 1/2 tomato sauce, then 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese). Top with remaining 1/4 cup tomato sauce.

  • Sprinkle the top of the lasagna with parmesan cheese, and bake for 30-40 minutes. Serve immediately.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 320 cal

  • Total fat: 7g

  • Saturated fat: <1g

  • Polyunsaturated fat: <1g

  • Monounsaturated fat: <1g

  • Cholesterol: 4mg

  • Sodium: 547mg

  • Potassium: 312mg

  • Carbohydrate: 45g

  • Fiber: 8g

  • Sugar: 5g

  • Protein: 22g