Whole Grain lasagna noodles
Frozen (chopped) spinach
shredded mozzarella cheese (low fat is better)
1 can of pasta sauce (your choice)
16 oz. container of cottage cheese
Start by cooking the pasta as directed on package. (About 10 noodles for a 13x9 dish) While pasta is cooking, combine the spinach (thawed & drained) with the cottage cheese. I added some low fat parmesan cheese to mine as well, but it is up to you. Once the pasta is cooked, make sure it is dry, then lay the noodles out on a sheet of wax paper. Scoop a spoonful of your cheese & spinach mixture onto the end of each noodle, then roll them up. I poured a little of my pasta sauce in the bottom of my baking dish, then placed each roll (seam side down) into the dish. Then pour the remainder of your sauce on top, cover with a generous layer of shredded mozzarella cheese and bake in a 400 degree oven for about 30-35 minutes. (Or until cheese begins to brown on top.)
Each roll is a perfect little serving, no cutting or mess. I served mine with some garlic bread and we had a delicious, healthy dinner. Even my meat eater hubby gave this recipe 2 thumbs up. :)
This is a great recipe for a family on a budget, as well. Total cost for ingredients was around $8 and would easily feed a family of 4. Also, great meal to make ahead & freeze individual portions for adult lunches. Try adding shredded chicken for a different twist. :)
