Tomato Basil Lasagna

By Gracie Barresi, RDN/LDN

This is a spin on the traditional red sauce lasagna. This is lasagna features layers of ground turkey, tomato and basil drenched in a creamy sauce, layered between lasagna noodles and topped with balsamic. I used whole grain lasagna noodles (for extra protein and fiber) and reduced the Alfredo sauce fat and calories by combining it with chicken broth and cottage cheese. Serve this dish with a veggie of your choice!

INGREDIENTS for 6 servings:

• 12 whole grain lasagna noodles (about 11 oz) – I used Barilla Whole Grain Lasagna (purchased at Walmart)
• 1 pound ground lean turkey
• 1 TBS olive oil
• 1 small onion, peeled and chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
• 2 roma tomatoes, chopped
• 1 generous handful of basil, chopped (reserve some for garnish)
• 8 oz jarred Alfredo sauce – I used Newman’s Own Alfredo Pasta Sauce
• 1/2 cup no sodium added…