Asparagus Lasagna Recipe

Name: Asparagus Lasagna
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lb. fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1/3 c. butter or margarine; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 3 tsp. minced garlic; 1/2 c. all-purpose flour; 1 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. pepper; 5 c. low-fat milk; 1 (8 oz.) pkg. fat-free cream cheese, cubed; 1 Tbsp. lemon juice; 1 tsp. grated lemon peel; dash of liquid hot pepper sauce (optional); 1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg; 12 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained (no-cook lasagna noodles work well); 2 c. (8 oz.) shredded Mozzarella cheese; 1/3 c. shredded Parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

3 lb. fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/3 c. butter or margarine
1 small onion, finely chopped
3 tsp. minced garlic
1/2 c. all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
5 c. low-fat milk
1 (8 oz.) pkg. fat-free cream cheese, cubed
1 Tbsp. lemon juice
1 tsp. grated lemon peel
dash of liquid hot pepper sauce (optional)
1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg
12 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained (no-cook lasagna noodles work well)
2 c. (8 oz.) shredded Mozzarella cheese
1/3 c. shredded Parmesan cheese

1
In a large saucepan, cook asparagus in a small amount of water until crisp-tender, about 7 minutes; drain and set aside.
2
In another large saucepan, melt butter.
3
Cook garlic and onion on low heat until transparent.
4
Stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth.
5
Gradually stir in milk.
6
Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
7
Stir in cream cheese, lemon juice, peel, hot pepper sauce and nutmeg.
8
Heat until cheese is melted.
9
Spread about 3/4 cup sauce in a greased 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking dish.
10
Layer with 3 noodles, a fourth of the sauce and a third of the asparagus and Mozzarella.
11
Repeat layers twice.
12
Top with remaining noodles and sauce (dish will be full).
13
Sprinkle with Parmesan.
14
Bake, uncovered, at 375u00b0 for 45 to 50 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
15
Let stand for 15 minutes before cutting.
16
12 servings.

2137

kcal

Calories

Fat

283

Carbs

101

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lb. fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces, 1/3 c. butter or margarine, 1 small onion, finely chopped, 3 tsp. minced garlic, and more.

Yes, Asparagus 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.

Asparagus Lasagna

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