Ingredients:

For the Meat Sauce:

• 1 lb lean ground turkey or chicken

• 1 small onion, finely chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)

• 1 cup tomato sauce (no sugar added)

• 1 teaspoon olive oil

• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Cheese Sauce:

• 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese

• 1/2 cup part-skim ricotta cheese

• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 1 egg white

• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Layers:

• 9 whole wheat or whole grain lasagne noodles (oven-ready)

• 2 cups fresh spinach leaves

• 1 cup part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Meat Sauce:

   • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.

   • Add chopped onions and garlic and sauté until they become translucent.

   • Add lean ground turkey or chicken and cook until browned.

   • Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.

   • Simmer for about 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Set aside.

2. Make the Cheese Sauce:

   • In a separate bowl, combine the cottage cheese, ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan, egg white, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.

3. Layer the Lasagne:

   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

   • In a baking dish, start by spreading a small amount of the meat sauce on the bottom.

   • Place three lasagne noodles on top of the meat sauce.

   • Spread a portion of the cheese sauce on the noodles.

   • Add a layer of fresh spinach leaves.

   • Continue layering with meat sauce, noodles, cheese sauce, and spinach.

   • Finish with a layer of meat sauce on top.

4. Bake:

   • Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the final layer of meat sauce.

   • Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes.

5. Final Touch:

   • Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.

6. Serve:

   • Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

   • Cut into portions and enjoy your high-protein, low-calorie lasagne!