Best Layered Zucchini And Ricotta Omelet Cake Recipes

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ZUCCHINI RICOTTA BAKE



Zucchini Ricotta Bake image

What something different than a normal lasagna dish? This recipe will fit the bill and it is only 4 points.

Provided by Audrey M

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 lbs zucchini
15 ounces light ricotta cheese
1/2 cup fat free egg substitute
1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs, divided
5 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese, divided
1 tablespoon minced parsley
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1 (26 ounce) jar low sodium spaghetti sauce
1 1/2 cups shredded part skim reduced-fat mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Coat a 13 x 9 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Cut zucchini lengthwise into 1/4 inch slices.
  • Place in a basket over 1 inch of boiling water.
  • Cover and steam for 5-6 minutes or until just tender.
  • Drain; pat dry.
  • In a bowl, combine ricotta, egg substitute, 3 Tablespoons bread crumbs, 3 Tablespoons Parmesan, parsley, oregano, basil and pepper; set aside.
  • Spread a third of the spaghetti sauce in prepared baking dish.
  • Sprinkle with 2 Tablespoons bread crumbs.
  • cover with half of the zucchini, ricotta mixture and mozzarella.
  • Cover with remaining sauce.
  • Combine remainin crumbs and Parmesan; sprinkle over top.
  • cover and bake for 45 minutes.
  • Uncover; bake 15 minutes longer.
  • Let stand 15 minutes before cutting.

ZUCCHINI RICOTTA BAKE



Zucchini Ricotta Bake image

I have made this lasagna-like zucchini casserole frequently over the years and shared the recipe with many. Recently, my daughter had some heart trouble, so I adapted the recipe to cut fat and calories. We think this version is just as delicious. -Eleanor Hauserman, Huntsville, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pounds zucchini
1 carton (15 ounces) reduced-fat ricotta cheese
1/2 cup egg substitute
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs, divided
5 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 jar (28 ounces) meatless pasta sauce
1-1/2 cups shredded reduced-fat mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cut zucchini lengthwise into 1/4-in. slices. Place in a basket over 1 in. of boiling water. Cover and steam until just tender, 5-6 minutes. Drain; pat dry. , In a large bowl, combine ricotta, egg substitute, 3 tablespoons bread crumbs, 3 tablespoons Parmesan, parsley, oregano, basil and pepper; set aside. , Spread a third of the spaghetti sauce in a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons bread crumbs. Cover with half of the zucchini, ricotta mixture and mozzarella. Repeat layers of sauce, zucchini, ricotta mixture and mozzarella. Cover with remaining sauce., Combine remaining crumbs and Parmesan; sprinkle over top. Cover and bake 45 minutes. Uncover; bake until golden brown, 15 minutes longer. Let stand 15 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 513mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

RICOTTA CAKE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h25m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 eggs
2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
Pinch salt
1/4 cup water
1 pound ricotta
1/4 cup cooked rice
6 eggs
Pinch salt
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cake decorations

Steps:

  • To prepare dough: combine all ingredients in mixing bowl. Knead dough and roll with rolling pin to form thin layer.
  • To prepare filling: Preheat oven to 300 degrees. In a large bowl, combine ricotta, cooked rice, eggs, salt, sugar, and vanilla extract. Line ovenproof dish, or pie plate, with the dough, reserving any extra dough. Place filling in dough. Use leftover dough to decorate top of cake. If using dough on top, sprinkle with cake decorations. Bake for 40 minutes. Cake is done when toothpick inserted in the center comes out dry.

HEAVENLY HAZELNUT POUND CAKE



Heavenly Hazelnut Pound Cake image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup sliced almonds
1 store-bought pound cake
1 cup chocolate hazelnut spread (recommended: Nutella)
1 cup heavy cream, whipped
1 tablespoon orange liqueur
1 lemon, zested

Steps:

  • Blackberries and raspberries, for garnish
  • Lightly toast the almonds in a small skillet. Set aside to cool.
  • Cut the pound cake in half, horizontally. Spread the chocolate spread on the cut side of both cake pieces. Sprinkle with toasted almonds. Then place the top half of the cake back onto the bottom half.
  • In a medium-sized bowl, combine the whipped cream, orange liqueur and the zest. Cut the pound cake into 1-inch slices and serve with the whipped cream, blackberries and raspberries.

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