Cottage Cheese Lasagna (Gluten Free, High Protein)

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Total Time 1 hr 5 mins
Ratings 5 from 2 votes
Cooking Method:
Cuisine:
Courses:
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cooking Temp: 375  F
Servings: 8
Calories: 469
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year
Dietary: Gluten Free, Nut Free, Soy Free
Ingredients
    Meat:
  • 1 tbsp. olive oil (organic, extra virgin)
  • 3 tsp. garlic (organic, minced)
  • 1 yellow onion (small, diced)
  • 1 lb. ground beef (organic grass fed; Get FREE high quality organic protein in every order from Butcher Box with my link above.)
  • 1 tsp. oregano
  • 1 tsp. Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp. paprika
  • 1/2 tsp. chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 tsp. pepper
  • 4 cups marinara (organic (32 oz.))
    • Filling:
  • 16 oz. cottage cheese (1% small curd)
  • 2 eggs (large, organic)
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
  • 1/2 tsp. oregano
  • 1/2 tsp. Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 5 oz. spinach (fresh, organic baby spinach)
  • 1 tsp. olive oil (organic, extra virgin)
    • Lasagna:
  • 8 lasagna noodles (gluten free, about 7 oz., I use the brand Jovial. HIGHLY recommend)
  • 2 cups mozzarella (freshly grated)
Instructions
  1. 1
    In a small saucepan, add 1 tsp. of olive oil over medium high heat. Add the spinach and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, or until the spinach is wilted.
  2. 2
    Once the spinach is cool enough to touch, ring out all of the excess water with an old kitchen towel.
  3. 3
    In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cooked spinach with the remaining filling ingredients (eggs, cottage cheese, parmesan, and spices) and set aside in the fridge.
  4. 4
    Preheat your oven to 375°F. Spray a 9x13" deep casserole dish with olive oil.
  5. 5
    In a large deep saucepan or wok, heat up the 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium high heat. Add the onion and garlic. Sauté for 2 to 3 minutes, or until fragrant.
  6. 6
    Add the ground beef and continue to mash and cook until almost fully cooked through. Add the seasonings and the marinara sauce. Mix until fully incorporated & meat is cooked through.
  7. 7
    Add a spoonful of the meat future to the bottom of your baking dish. Next, layer on 4 lasagna noodles on top. Sprinkle half a cup of the mozzarella cheese on top of the noodles, followed by half the meat mixture and half the cottage cheese filling. Repeat the layers and then top with the remaining one cup of mozzarella cheese.
  8. 8
    Bake for 45-50 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Serving Size 1 caramel (not including coating - will vary on how much you use & brand)

Amount Per Serving
Calories 469kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 22.7g35%
Saturated Fat 9g45%
Cholesterol 125.3mg42%
Sodium 1107mg47%
Total Carbohydrate 33.6g12%
Dietary Fiber 4g16%
Sugars 7.4g
Protein 31.1g63%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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