Appetizer Week Part I

All this week, I'll be sharing healthy (but tasty) appetizer recipes. Don't be afraid to change the recipes to your taste! Get creative!

Here is one that is sure to please....

Lasagna in a Bun

Ingredients
30 Sister Schubert's Wheat Dinner Rolls (come in packs of 10)

1 pound 94% lean beef (suggestion....Laura's Lean Beef)
1 cup Traditional Spaghetti Sauce
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 cup low-fat ricotta cheese

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup (4 ounces) 2% shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded part-skim or 2%  mozzarella cheese, divided

Directions
Make a wide V-shaped cut in the center of each bun - careful not to cut all the way through. Remove cut portion and save for another use; (maybe for a spinach dip)
In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add the spaghetti sauce, garlic powder and Italian seasoning. Cook 4-5 minutes or until heated through.

Meanwhile, combine the ricotta, Parmesan cheese and half of cheddar and mozzarella cheeses. Spoon meat sauce into buns; top with cheese mixture. Place on a baking sheet. Cover loosely with foil.

Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes - keep an eye out - time might actually be shorter than this. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining cheddar and mozzarella. Return to the oven for 2-3 minutes or until the cheese is melted. Yield: 30 servings.

Note: Original recipe was modified for increased health purposes. Here is the original recipe's picture!