ZUCCHINI RICOTTA BAKE

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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.

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