ASPARAGUS LASAGNE

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Lovely for a luncheon, different way to use Asparagus when it is abundant in the late spring/early summer. Can be served as an appetizer or a side with grilled meat or fish

Provided by conniecooks

Categories     Vegetable

Time 50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 lbs asparagus, trimmed
2 garlic cloves, finely minced
3 tablespoons olive oil
salt
12 no-boil lasagna noodles
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups chicken stock
1/4 cup water
6 ounces goat cheese, cut into small pieces
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1 1/4 cups parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
3/4 cup whipping cream

Steps:

  • Cut tips off asparagus and set aside.
  • Preheat oven to 500°F.
  • Arrange asparagus stalks on two baking sheets.
  • Coat well with oil and sprinkle with minced garlic and salt. Roll around until coated with seasoning.
  • Bake at 500°F 5-10 minutes or until tender crisp.
  • Cut roasted asparagus into 1-inch pieces and set aside.
  • Reduce oven to 400°F.
  • Melt butter in saucepan, whisk in flour and cook over medium heat 3 minutes.
  • Gradually add chicken stock and Water whisking continually for 5 minutes.
  • Remove saucepan from heat add goat cheese, lemon zest, 1/4 tsp salt and white pepper.
  • Whisk until smooth.
  • In 9 x 13 pan (treated with cooking spray) arrange noodles, breaking to fit.
  • Spread noodles with cheese sauce.
  • Top with half the roasted asparagus. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup of parmesan cheese.
  • Continue to layer pasta, sauce, asparagus and parmesan, ending with noodles.
  • In a bowl beat whipping cream with a pinch of salt and nutmeg until it holds soft peaks.
  • Arrange asparagus tips on pasta, spoon on cream, spreading evenly over top.
  • Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup of parmesan.
  • Bake at 400° 25 - 30 minutes or until golden.
  • Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367.7, Fat 29.3, SaturatedFat 15.9, Cholesterol 73.7, Sodium 465.5, Carbohydrate 12.6, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 3.6, Protein 16.5

Shante Tasby
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This recipe looks amazing! I can't wait to try it.


Robert Dipley
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my lasagna turned out really dry. I think I might have overcooked it.


Shadman Amin
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This lasagna was a bit too cheesy for my taste, but it was still good.


Glenn Chisom
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I would give this lasagna a 5/5. It was delicious and easy to make.


Frank Brown
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This lasagna was really good! The asparagus was a nice touch and the cheese was perfectly melted. I'll definitely be making this again.


patience affizie
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This lasagna was a little bland for my taste, but it had a nice texture. I think I would add more salt and pepper next time.


Sanaullah Snni
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I'm not a huge fan of asparagus, but I loved this lasagna. The asparagus was cooked perfectly and the cheese was perfectly melted. I'll definitely be making this again.


Deborah Laurie
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This asparagus lasagna is so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious. I love that it's a vegetarian dish, but it's still packed with flavor.


Greg Lane
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I made this lasagna for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. I'll definitely be making this again.


Arjun Bhandari
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This lasagna was delicious! The asparagus was perfectly cooked and the cheese was melted and gooey. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Mbonge Taapopi
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I'm not usually a fan of lasagna, but this asparagus lasagna changed my mind. The asparagus added a nice fresh flavor and the cheese was perfectly melted. I'll definitely be making this again.


Alick Chirwa
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This asparagus lasagna was a hit with my family! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the texture was amazing. I'll definitely be making this again.