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Cottage Cheese Lasagna

Comforting Cottage Cheese Lasagna for Family Gatherings

Enjoy the delightful layers of creamy cottage cheese and savory Swiss cheese in this Cottage Cheese Lasagna, perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Baking
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Sauce
  • 1 pound ground beef Substitute with ground turkey for a lighter option.
  • 1 pound Italian sausage Replace with plant-based sausage for a vegetarian version.
  • 1 piece onion Use shallots for a milder taste or skip for a simpler flavor.
  • 2 cloves garlic Fresh garlic is recommended.
  • 24 ounces marinara sauce Homemade version is ideal, but store-bought works too.
  • 1 tablespoon oregano Substitute with Italian seasoning if unavailable.
  • kosher salt Adjust to taste.
  • black pepper Adjust to taste.
For the Filling
  • 2 cups cottage cheese Ricotta cheese can be substituted.
  • 1 piece egg Egg substitutes can be used for vegan options.
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese Nutritional yeast can be a good dairy-free alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon parsley Fresh herbs enhance flavor.
For the Noodles & Toppings
  • 12 pieces lasagna noodles No-boil noodles are a convenient alternative.
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Use low-moisture mozzarella for best results.
  • ½ cup baby Swiss cheese Provolone or more mozzarella can substitute effectively.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • large pot
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Coat a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. Brown ground beef, Italian sausage, and chopped onion in a large pot over medium heat for 8-10 minutes. Drain excess fat.
  3. Stir in minced garlic, marinara sauce, and oregano. Season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook lasagna noodles for 6-7 minutes; drain and lay flat.
  5. Combine cottage cheese, beaten egg, Parmesan cheese, and parsley in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Spread a layer of meat sauce in the baking dish, add noodles, then half of the cheese mixture. Repeat layers, ending with sauce.
  7. Sprinkle mozzarella and baby Swiss cheese on top. Cover with foil.
  8. Bake for 35-40 minutes until cheese is bubbling. Remove foil for the last 10 minutes. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow the lasagna to rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing for cleaner cuts. You can also prepare it ahead of time and refrigerate.

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