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Let us help you start something new!

Wednesday, February 18, 2015

This Week's Challenge - What have you tried new this week? #EPICURE


Slowly but surely we've been working along our weekly challenge of trying something new every week in 2015, or at least preparing something "old" in a new way. 

Tuesday, February 17, 2015

Recipe Share: Speedy Lasagna - #EPICURE #FEEDMEEPICURE

Who doesn't love Lasagna?  It has always been a favourite around our house..   Can you imagine having this homestyle goodnesss in less than 15 minutes?  -  If you try it, let us know how you changed it up to make it your own! 

~ James & Tammy 

Speedy Lasagna

Speedy Lasagna
A speedy, protein-packed lasagna that’s on your table in just 20 minutes. Simply layer, cook, and enjoy.
Cost Per Serving: 3.26
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 - 13 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1½ C (375 ml) ricotta cheese
  • 3 eggs
  • 3 C (750 ml) prepared Epicure Marinara Sauce
  • 6 oven ready lasagna noodles
  • 1 zucchini, thinly sliced
  • ⅔ C (160 ml) grated mozzarella

Instructions

1. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese and eggs. Set aside.
2. To assemble, in the bottom of an Epicure Square Silicone Steamer, pour ½ C (125 ml) of the sauce.
3. Next, layer in two noodles, half the zucchini, half the ricotta and ½ C (125 ml) sauce.
4. Repeat layers again using remaining zucchini and ricotta, and another ½ C (125 ml) sauce.
5. Top with a final layer of noodles, remaining sauce, and mozzarella.
6. Microwave, covered, on high for 5 minutes, then remove lid and cook for another 5–8 minutes.
7. Let stand for 5 minutes and serve with your favourite greens. 
Per Serving : Calories 340, Fat 5 g (Saturated 1.5 g, Trans 0 g), Cholesterol 175 mg, Sodium 650 mg, Carbohydrate 46 g (Fibre 5 g, Sugars 12 g), Protein 27 g.
Tips: To make it gluten free, simply use zucchini noodles or gluten-free pasta.