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Gluten Free Lasagna with Celery Root (Celeriac) Noodles

We all have foods we miss when we ditch wheat, and lasagna tops the list for a lot of us. Think about it – it’s the ultimate comfort food: gooey cheese, zingy sauce, meat if you like, sometimes your favorite vegetables, all layered between stacks of tender noodles. Well, pull out that lasagna pan because this recipe is going feel completely indulgent. This celery root lasagna is the real deal, without the brain fog and digestive discomfort you get from grains. Even the most carb-addicted, pasta-loving person you know ask for seconds. In place of noodles, we’ll use thin sheets of celery root, a vegetable with a mild flavor and tender texture that does a fine job of impersonating a lasagna noodle. Never had celery root before? Let’s get to know celery root, or celeriac, a little better. What is celery root? Celery root, or celeriac, is a bulbous root vegetable with a bumpy skin and flesh like a firm potato. Their neutral flavor makes them versatile – you can roast them, mash them, they hold up to stews and slow-cooking, and when sliced, they make a great replacement for lasagna noodles. What does celery root taste like? Celery root has a texture similar to a parsnip and a neutral flavor that resembles a potato with a subtle celery qualtiy. Its subtle flavor makes it play well in a wide variety of dishes, and it holds up well as a pasta replacement. Is celery root keto? How many carbs are in celery root, or celeriac? Celery root contains 3 net carbs per 1/2 cup, which makes it a great addition to a keto lifestyle. People use it as a replacement for noodles, potatoes, and other higher carb root vegetables because of it’s neutral flavor and versatility. Do you have to peel celery root? The skin is fibrous and earthy, so it’s best to peel celery root and cook with the tender flesh. Time to give it a try in your new favorite lasagna recipe. Gluten Free Lasagna with Celery Root (Celeriac) Noodles Recipe Ingredients 1/4 cup organic extra virgin olive oil, divided 4-6 assorted tomatoes, cut into wedges 1/2 cup chopped red onion 3 cloves minced garlic 3 cloves garlic, smashed 1 lb. grass-fed ground beef 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. black pepper 1/2 tbsp. dried oregano 2 tbsp. tomato paste 2-3 tbsp. broth 2 tbsp. fresh basil 3 large or 4 medium celery roots 2 tbsp. Butter 1.5 cups garlic marinara sauce 1/2 lb. shredded mozzarella 3 tbsp. parmigiano-reggiano cheese Directions Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Toss your smashed garlic and sliced tomatoes in 2 tablespoons of olive oil and lay on a parchment covered sheet pan. Roast for about 45 minutes, or until they are soft and a bit caramelized. While the tomatoes are roasting, fill a pot with water and a pinch of salt and bring to a boil. Wash your celery roots well and peel them. Slice them into very thin squares that are at … Continue reading “Gluten Free Lasagna with Celery Root (Celeriac) Noodles”

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