As my friend was in a packing frenzy in anticipation of next week's move, I offered to take dinner off her to-do list by bringing dinner to her. Not a grand gesture by any means, but it's the most intimate and pragmatic way I know how to show people I care about them. Truthfully, food can say so much more than the best card you can find at Hallmark.Wanting to bring something homey and comforting, I immediately thought of lasagna. There's something calming about layering my favorite ingredients and finding melty mozzarella laced with marinara oozing from each layer. But being a dietitian, I have a (robust) tendency to tweak recipes to give them a nutritious reincarnation.
This dish isn't big on looks, but it's mighty big on taste (as confirmed by my "taste panel")! Because it's pasta-less, Lasag-touille is suitable for those who have to watch their carb intake or follow the Consistent Carbohydrate Diet (CCD) to manage diabetes. And might I add it's a terrific way to use up leftover veggies in the bottom of your crisper drawer.
