"Embrace zucchini season with this vegetarian (and noodle-free) lasagna recipe along with a soothing, fall-inspired video from Aube Giroux Kitchen Vignettes...."
INGREDIENTS
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For the Tomato Sauce:
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1 - 28 oz can of crushed tomatoes (or about 4 pounds of fresh tomatoes)
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1 large garlic clove, minced
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1 Tbsp. fennel seed, crushed slightly to release the flavor
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1 tsp. ground oregano
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1/4 cup finely chopped basil
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1 tsp. cane sugar
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2 Tbsp. olive oil
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For the Cheese Filling:
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1 pound of ricotta cheese (or cottage cheese)
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1 cup grated parmesan cheese
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1 egg
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Salt and Pepper to taste
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For the Vegetables:
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2 to 3 medium-sized zucchinis, no bigger than 4 inches diameter (or 4 to 5 small zucchinis)
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2 tsp. salt
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3 Tbsp olive oil
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1 pound of mushrooms, sliced
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1 bunch of swiss chard or spinach (about 4 cups, chopped)
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1 large onion, minced
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2 Tbsp. flour (can be gluten-free flour)
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A dozen or so fresh basil leaves (optional)
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4 cups shredded mozzarella (about 1 pound)