Weight Watchers Lasagna Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 lb lean ground turkey or lean ground beef
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1 zucchini, grated
• 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes (optional: with Italian herbs)
• 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 9 whole wheat lasagna noodles, cooked according to package instructions
• 1 1/2 cups part-skim ricotta cheese
• 1 1/2 cups part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare Sauce:
   • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until softened.
   • Add ground turkey or beef and cook until browned.
   • Stir in bell pepper, grated zucchini, crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
3. Assemble Layers:
   • In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of the sauce.
   • Place a layer of cooked lasagna noodles on top of the sauce.
   • Spread half of the ricotta cheese over the noodles, followed by a third of the mozzarella cheese and a third of the Parmesan cheese.
   • Repeat the layers, finishing with a layer of sauce and the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses on top.
4. Bake:
   • Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes.
   • Uncover and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
5. Rest and Serve:
   • Allow the lasagna to rest for about 10 minutes before slicing.
   • Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired.