Mae's Turkey Lasagna

Discover comfort food at its finest with Mae's Turkey Lasagna, a hearty and wholesome twist on a classic Italian favorite. This recipe layers tender, flavorful ground turkey simmered in a robust tomato and herb sauce with a rich, creamy blend of ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, this lasagna can be made with no-boil or traditional noodles, ensuring flexibility for any cook. With its golden, bubbly layer of melted cheese and optional fresh parsley garnish, Mae's Turkey Lasagna is a crowd-pleasing dish that's easy to assemble yet packed with comforting flavor in every bite. Ready in just 80 minutes, this recipe serves 8 and is the perfect balance of healthy, easy, and irresistibly delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground turkey
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes (canned)
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1.5 cups ricotta cheese
• 1 egg
• 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 12 lasagna noodles (no-boil or regular)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the ground turkey to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until fully cooked and no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 5

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, egg, grated Parmesan cheese, and 1 cup of shredded mozzarella. Mix well to create the cheese layer.

Step 6

If using regular lasagna noodles, cook them according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside. Skip this step if using no-boil noodles.

Step 7

In a 9x13-inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of the turkey-tomato sauce to coat the bottom.

Step 8

Place a layer of lasagna noodles over the sauce, followed by a layer of the ricotta cheese mixture, and a layer of the turkey-tomato sauce. Repeat the layers (noodles, cheese, sauce) until all ingredients are used, ending with a layer of sauce on top.

Step 9

Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded mozzarella evenly over the top layer.

Step 10

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil, ensuring it doesn't touch the cheese, and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Step 11

Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the lasagna is heated through.

Step 12

Remove the lasagna from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Step 13

Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2781.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4973.5

Total Fat 166.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 75.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.1g
Cholesterol 944.8mg	0%
Sodium 6504.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 602.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 41.6g	0%
Total Sugars 63.5g
Protein 303.0g	0%

Vitamin D 48IU	0%
Calcium 3925.8mg	0%
Iron 35.0mg	0%
Potassium 3377.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.3%

Protein: 23.7%

Carbs: 47.1%