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Zucchini Bolognese Bake

Angela LeMoine
March 27, 2013
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I really wasn't sure what to call these dish of deliciousness so I went with Zucchini & Bolognese Bake... I'd describe it as a cross between lasagna and eggplant parm. Those Italian classics aren't by an means figure friendly. This Zucchini & Bolognese Bake is lightened up a bit, there is no pasta and the bolognese is made from lean ground turkey and veggies. The sauce is nice and chunky so your bake doesn't get watery. I had extra sauce in the end, so i'll be to

4
3 zucchini
2- 28 oz cans tomato puree
1/2 onion, small dice
1 cup small diced carrot
1 cup small diced celery
20 oz lean ground turkey
1/2 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves, torn
1 1/2 - 2 cups shredded mozzarella
Start by making the turkey bolognese. In a large pot, over medium heat, add a few good drizzles of olive oil, the onion, carrots and celery. Season with salt and pepper. Let them sweat (release some of the...
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Nutritions

Calories
564

Sodium
1486mg
61% DV

Fat
25g
39% DV

Protein
57g
114% DV

Carbs
25g
8% DV

Fiber
7g
28% DV
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Fat
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108% DV

Protein
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421% DV

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97% DV

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