Asparagus Basil-Pesto Lasagna Recipe

Name: Asparagus Basil-Pesto Lasagna
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ⅓ cup flour, all-purpose; 3 1/2 cups milk, low-fat divided; 7 tablespoons basil pesto or more or less to taste; 2 tablespoons parmesan, parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated plus more for garnish, optional; 1 teaspoon salt or to taste; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground, or to taste; 2 1/2 teaspoons olive oil; 1 1/4 pounds asparagus tips cut off and reserved, spears trimmed and chopped into 1/4 inch pieces; 1 teaspoon garlic minced, or more or less to taste; 16 each lasagna noodles no-cook, 9 ounces; 2 cups mozzarella cheese low-fat, shredded or Fontina, divided, 8 ounces

Servings: persons

⅓ cup flour, all-purpose
3 1/2 cups milk, low-fat divided
7 tablespoons basil pesto or more or less to taste
2 tablespoons parmesan, parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated plus more for garnish, optional
1 teaspoon salt or to taste
1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground, or to taste
2 1/2 teaspoons olive oil
1 1/4 pounds asparagus tips cut off and reserved, spears trimmed and chopped into 1/4 inch pieces
1 teaspoon garlic minced, or more or less to taste
16 each lasagna noodles no-cook, 9 ounces
2 cups mozzarella cheese low-fat, shredded or Fontina, divided, 8 ounces

1
Preheat oven to 350F (180C).
2
Whisk flour and 1/2 cup milk in saucepan until smooth.
3
Gradually whisk in remaining milk.
4
Bring to a boil over medium heat, whisking constantly, and boil 1 minute, or until thickened.
5
Remove from heat, stir in pesto, Parmesan, salt and pepper.
6
Reserve 1 cup white sauce.
7
Warm oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
8
Add chopped asparagus (not tips) and cook, stirring often, 5 minutes, or until tender.
9
Add garlic, cook and stir for 1 minute, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
10
Remove from heat.
11
Coat 13x9-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
12
Place layer of noodles in dish, overlapping slightly.
13
Layer with half of cooked asparagus, 3/4 cup mozzarella cheese and half of sauce.
14
Arrange another layer of pasta, remaining sauce, remaining cooked asparagus and 3/4 cup mozzarella cheese in baking dish.
15
Top with layer of noodles, then with reserved 1 cup of white sauce.
16
Arrange reserved asparagus tips over top and sprinkle with remaining mozzarella.
17
Bake, uncovered, 38 to 40 minutes, or until golden on top and edges begin to become brown.
18
Let stand for 10 minutes.
19
Serve with extra grated Parmesan cheese(optional).

1905

kcal

Calories

Fat

324

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ⅓ cup flour, all-purpose, 3 1/2 cups milk, low-fat divided, 7 tablespoons basil pesto or more or less to taste, 2 tablespoons parmesan, parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated plus more for garnish, optional, and more.

Yes, Asparagus Basil-Pesto Lasagna falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Asparagus Basil-Pesto Lasagna

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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