SAEDNEWS: While most people have tried lasagna made with ground beef or chicken, fewer have ventured to use turkey. In this recipe, we’ll show you how to make lasagna with turkey for a delicious twist.
Turkey lasagna is a variation of the classic dish that uses turkey meat, making it an excellent choice for those who prefer turkey. Turkey is widely popular in Europe, where it is consumed 11 times more than in Iran. Depending on the farming method, turkey is available in two varieties: white and red. One of its advantages is that it retains its volume when cooked, earning it the nickname "miracle meat." It offers numerous health benefits, such as helping control blood sugar for diabetics, improving digestive function, promoting better sleep, supporting pregnancy, aiding in weight loss, and more. With so many benefits, turkey is a great substitute for other meats. Today, we’ll teach you how to make turkey lasagna with mushrooms and béchamel sauce. Follow along with us!
1 teaspoon olive oil
450 grams ground turkey breast
2 cloves garlic, crushed
240 grams tomato sauce
850 grams crushed tomatoes
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
360 grams reduced-fat mozzarella cheese
360 grams reduced-fat ricotta cheese
3/4 cup Parmesan cheese
1 package lasagna noodles
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) so it’s ready when the ingredients are prepared.
Crush the garlic and sauté it in some olive oil until fragrant.
Add the ground turkey to the pan and cook until it’s browned and no longer raw.
Grate the tomatoes and add them to the pan, continuing to sauté for a few more minutes.
Add the tomato sauce, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Stir in the Italian seasoning and allow the mixture to simmer on low heat until it thickens.
Lightly grease a baking dish and spread a layer of the meat sauce on the bottom.
Place a layer of uncooked lasagna noodles over the sauce, followed by a sprinkle of ricotta and mozzarella cheese.
Continue layering with lasagna noodles, more meat sauce, and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
Repeat the layers, finishing with the meat sauce and Parmesan cheese on top.
Bake the lasagna in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and turned golden brown. Once done, remove it from the oven, let it cool slightly, and slice it into servings. The turkey lasagna is ready to be enjoyed. Garnish to your liking and serve.
This dish is especially nutritious and beneficial for pregnant and breastfeeding women.
It’s packed with vitamin A, protein, and calcium, making it an ideal choice for women during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
If you prefer, you can replace the ricotta cheese with Gouda cheese.
To make your own Italian seasoning, simply combine dried basil, oregano, thyme, marjoram, rosemary, and sage. Grind and mix these herbs for a homemade seasoning blend.
