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Lasagna with Cottage Cheese – The Ultimate Healthy Twist You’ll Love

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This lasagna with cottage cheese is a healthy, protein-packed twist on the classic. Creamy, hearty, and easy to make — perfect for family dinners.

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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9 lasagna noodles (cooked al dente)

1 lb lean ground beef

2 cups low-fat cottage cheese

2 cups shredded mozzarella

½ cup grated parmesan cheese

1 large egg

2½ cups marinara sauce

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp Italian seasoning

Salt and pepper, to taste

Chopped parsley (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 9×13 baking dish.

2. Brown the beef in a skillet until fully cooked. Drain.

3. Mix cottage cheese, egg, seasoning, and half the parmesan in a bowl.

4. Spread ½ cup marinara in baking dish.

5. Layer noodles, cheese mix, beef, mozzarella, and sauce. Repeat twice.

6. Top with remaining sauce, cheese, and parmesan. Cover with foil.

7. Bake 25 min covered, then 15 min uncovered.

8. Let rest 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with parsley.

Notes

Use dry curd cottage cheese for firmer texture.

Freeze one batch for future meals.

Add sautéed mushrooms or spinach for a veggie option.

  • Author: Tiramisu Cake
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 340
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg