
Turkey lasagna
Description
This turkey lasagna recipe is a worthy alternative to the classic version. If desired, you can also replace the spinach with your favorite vegetables—such as bell peppers or zucchini.
Instructions
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Step 1

1. Wash the turkey fillet, dry it, and pass it through a meat grinder (or chop it in a blender).
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Step 2

2. In a pan with a small amount of olive oil, sauté finely chopped onion until translucent.
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Step 3

3. Add the minced meat to the onion and stir in the garlic pressed through a garlic press. Fry over medium heat for about 15 minutes.
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Step 4

4. Peel the fresh tomatoes and puree them. Add tomato paste for a richer color (if the recipe for turkey lasagna already includes a ready-made tomato sauce, the paste can be omitted) and mix well. Transfer to the skillet with the turkey and simmer over low heat until done, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
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Step 5

5. Separately, prepare the cheese filling. For this, mash the ricotta with an egg and a pinch of salt. Add a little Parmesan and mix thoroughly.
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Step 6

6. You can use fresh or frozen spinach. It should be placed in a saucepan, previously washed and slightly chopped, and simmered for about 5 minutes.
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Step 7

7. Place a portion of the meat mince on the bottom of a heatproof dish and smooth it out.
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Step 8

8. Cover with lasagna sheets. If desired, this simple turkey lasagna recipe can also be enhanced with béchamel sauce, which can be spread over the sheets.
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Step 9

9. Grate the mozzarella and divide into 3 parts. Place one part on top of the leaves.
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Step 10

10. The next layer will be the cheese filling, which should also be spread evenly over the entire surface.
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Step 11

11. Spread spinach or other vegetables of your choice.
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Step 12

12. Repeat all layers in the same sequence. Sprinkle the top with grated Parmesan and place in a preheated oven for at least 40 minutes. To prevent the top from burning, cover the dish with foil. When the turkey lasagna is ready, remove the foil and bake for another 5 minutes to brown the crust.