Ingredients
3/4 cup uncooked whole wheat penne pasta2 tablespoons seasoned bread crumbs1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided2 tablespoons egg substitute1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/8 teaspoon onion powderDash saltDash garlic powder1/4 pound lean ground turkey3/4 cup marinara sauce or meatless spaghetti sauce1/4 cup 2% cottage cheese1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
Preparation
Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the bread crumbs, 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, egg substitute, Italian seasoning, onion powder, salt and garlic powder. Crumble turkey over mixture and mix well.
Shape into 1/2-in. balls; place on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 9-11 minutes or until no longer pink.
Drain pasta and meatballs. In a small bowl, combine meatballs with marinara sauce. Spoon half of mixture into a 1-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Top with half of the pasta, cottage cheese and mozzarella; sprinkle with 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese. Repeat layers.
Cover and bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until cheese is melted.
