I'm Joy! I'm a wife, former teacher (turned health coach), & Certified Nutrition Specialist...but most importantly: I LOVE FOOD! My goal for you: discover simple,
healthy, yum, here with me!! Happy eating!
It's SLURPY, CHEESY, and FILLING, especially on a cold night. And of course, CLEAN.
You can make this in less than 45 mintues!
INGREDIENTS
1 lb. lean beef (93 % or higher)
1 yellow onion (diced)
4 - 5 garlic cloves
24 oz. all natural pizza sauce
6 cups low sodium chicken broth
14 oz. can crushed tomatoes
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1 tablespoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
6 - 8 uncooked lasagna noodles OR whole wheat/high fiber pasta (of any variety)
1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
1/2 cup cottage or ricotta cheese (optional)
CHEESE GARNISHES
Mozzarella
Parmesan
Ricotta
DIRECTIONS
Heat large dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add beef and onion, and cook until beef is browned. Then add garlic and saute for 30 seconds.
Add pizza sauce, chicken broth, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, balsamic vinegar, sugar, spices, and lasagna noodles. Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer until lasagna noodles are tender (approximately 20 - 30 minutes) Stir occasionally.
Stir in almond milk and cottage cheese and garnish w/cheeses and dried parsley.
*This can be served with whole wheat garlic bread and/or a fresh salad!