Best 10 Asparagus Ham Lasagna Recipes

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Asparagus ham lasagna is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up leftover ham, and it can be made ahead of time, making it a perfect meal for busy weeknights. There are many different ways to make asparagus ham lasagna, so you can find a recipe that suits your taste and budget. Whether you prefer a classic lasagna with a béchamel sauce or a more modern version with pesto or Alfredo sauce, you are sure to find a recipe that you will love.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ASPARAGUS HAM LASAGNA



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Our family had an asparagus farm during the Depression. My brother and I picked and sorted spears after school and on weekends...and, needless to say, we ate this vegetable quite often. This is one of the best ways Mother fixed it. - Jane Galvin, Englewood, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1-1/3 cups whole milk
Pepper to taste
5 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 cup julienned fully cooked ham

Steps:

  • In a skillet, cook asparagus in a small amount of water until crisp-tender, about 6-8 minutes; drain and set aside. , In a saucepan over medium heat, saute garlic and thyme in butter. Stir in flour until blended; gradually whisk in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add pepper. , Cut noodles in half; place four noodles in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Layer a third of the white sauce, mozzarella cheese, ham and asparagus over noodles. Top with three noodles and another layer of sauce, cheese, ham and asparagus. Repeat layers., Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 358 calories, Fat 13g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 745mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ASPARAGUS LASAGNA



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

9 lasagna sheets, fresh or dried
1 teaspoon olive oil, plus 1 tablespoon, divided
2 (8.5-ounce) jars sun-dried tomatoes, drained
1 1/2 packed cups fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup grated Parmesan, plus 3/4 cup
1/4 pound pancetta, diced
1 medium onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
4 bunches asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 (15-ounce) container whole milk ricotta cheese
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 cups shredded whole milk mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add 1 teaspoon olive oil. Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 8 to 10 minutes for dried pasta or 2 to 3 minutes for fresh pasta. Drain pasta.
  • In a food processor combine the sun-dried tomatoes and basil. Pulse until the mixture is combined. Transfer to a small bowl. Stir in 1/2 cup Parmesan. Set aside.
  • In a large skillet brown the pancetta until crisp. Remove from the pan using a slotted spoon. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil, onion, and garlic and cook until tender, about 4 minutes. Add asparagus and cook until tender, about 4 minutes. Transfer the mixture to a large bowl. Add the ricotta, salt, and pepper and stir to combine.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. In a 9 by 13-inch baking dish sprinkle some of the sun-dried tomato mixture on the bottom of the casserole dish. Place some lasagna sheets, then half asparagus mixture. Next sprinkle some mozzarella cheese and some of the remaining 3/4 cup Parmesan. Continue for 1 more layer. Top with lasagna sheets, some sun-dried tomato mixture, mozzarella, and Parmesan. Dot the top with butter. Bake until the ingredients are warm and the cheese is melted, about 25 minutes.

ELSA'S HAM AND ASPARAGUS TOASTS



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 22m

Yield 8 toasts

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound thin asparagus spears
Salt
1 loaf chewy, crusty farmhouse style white bread, cut into 3/4-inch slices
1/2 stick butter, softened
2 tablespoons Dijon or grain mustard
1 1/4 pounds boiled, baked or smoked ham, order thick slices at deli counter
Freshly ground black pepper
1 pound fontina, shredded or sliced

Steps:

  • Holding 1 spear at each end snap off the tough stem of asparagus. Use this spear as a guide line to trim the bundle with a sharp knife. Simmer asparagus in salted boiling water 3 minutes. Drain and run under cold water. Cut asparagus to fit the size of the toasts.
  • Toast 8 thick slices of farmhouse style bread under a preheated broiler 6 inches from heat. Combine softened butter and mustard. Spread the toasted bread with mustard butter. Cut sliced ham into smaller pieces to process. Grind the ham in your food processor. Spread the toast with ground ham. Arrange steamed asparagus spears on top of the layer of ham. Top each toast with a few grinds of black pepper and a mound of fontina cheese. Return toasts to hot oven under broiler and cook toasts until cheese melts and lightly browns at edges. Arrange ham and asparagus toast on a platter and serve.

ASPARAGUS LASAGNA



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This dish has a nice flavor and is fairly easy to make. Ham, asparagus spears, mozzarella and a wonderful garlic and thyme white sauce make this lasagna different than any you have ever tasted.

Provided by Wendy Hansen

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

5 wide lasagna noodles
2 tablespoons margarine
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups milk
½ teaspoon dried thyme
1 (15 ounce) can asparagus, drained
1 cup julienned fully cooked ham
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook lasagna noodles in boiling water for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente. Drain, and cut noodles in half crosswise.
  • Melt margarine in a skillet over medium heat. Saute garlic just until fragrant. Stir in the flour until no lumps remain. Gradually mix in milk, and season with thyme. Simmer sauce gently until thick. Remove from heat.
  • Grease a 9x9 inch glass baking dish. Layer noodles, sauce, asparagus, ham, and mozzarella cheese in three layers, each starting with noodles, and ending with shredded cheese on the top.
  • Cover the dish, and cook in the microwave on HIGH for 9 to 10 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly. Time may vary depending on the oven used. Let stand for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 388 calories, Carbohydrate 33.2 g, Cholesterol 44.3 mg, Fat 18.8 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 22.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 1008 mg, Sugar 5.7 g

HAM AND ASPARAGUS FETTUCCINE



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I LOVE fettuccine, and when made with a bit of leftover ham it takes on a heartiness and richness so filling there isn't room for dessert!

Provided by STEPHNDON

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Creamy     Alfredo Pasta Sauce Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 ounces dry fettuccini noodles
8 ounces fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2 inch pieces
½ cup butter
2 cups heavy cream
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pinch cayenne pepper
½ pound cooked ham, diced

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Stir asparagus into pot in the last five minutes of cooking; drain.
  • While pasta is cooking, heat butter and cream in a medium saucepan over medium heat. When mixture begins to bubble, stir in Parmesan, garlic powder, pepper and cayenne. Continue cooking until mixture thickens, stirring occasionally. Stir in ham and heat through.
  • Toss pasta and asparagus with sauce and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 754.3 calories, Carbohydrate 45 g, Cholesterol 179.3 mg, Fat 55.9 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 20.9 g, SaturatedFat 32.5 g, Sodium 785.4 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

ASPARAGUS LASAGNA



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Make and share this Asparagus Lasagna recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kathy

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h20m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 lbs fresh asparagus, pencil thin, plus
2 tablespoons olive oil
salt, to taste
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup flour
1/2 cup water
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
16 ounces lasagna noodles
1 2/3 cups grated parmesan cheese
1 cup whipping cream

Steps:

  • Cook lasagna noodles and drain.
  • Heat oven to 500°F.
  • Cut off about 1" at the end of the asparagus stalks and discard.
  • Coat the asparagus with olive oil and spread out in a single layer in a baking dish.
  • Roast 5-10 minutes.
  • Remove from oven, sprinkle with salt, cut into bite-size pieces, and let cool.
  • Reduce oven to 400°F.
  • In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat.
  • Add flour and stir for about 2-3 minutes.
  • Combine water and broth; slowly add to flour-butter mixture, constantly stirring.
  • Cook about 5 minutes.
  • Add mozzarella and lemon zest, stirring until the mixture is smooth.
  • Butter a 13 x 9 baking pan.
  • Place a layer of noodles in the pan, then half the sauce, then half the asparagus pieces, then 1/2 cup parmesan.
  • Repeat, then put on the top layer of noodles.
  • In a small bowl combine cream and a dash of salt.
  • Whip until soft peaks form then spoon over noodles.
  • Sprinkle with remaining 2/3 cup parmesan cheese.
  • Bake 30 minutes.

ASPARAGUS LASAGNA



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I received this recipe from my mother, who lives in an area known for its fine asparagus. You can assemble to casserole the night before and refrigerate. Just remove it from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. -Bev Angelbrandt, Calgary, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 pounds fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/3 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
5 cups whole milk
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
12 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook asparagus in a small amount of water until crisp-tender, about 7 minutes; drain and set aside. In another large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour , salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in cream cheese, lemon juice, zest and nutmeg until cheese is melted., Spread about 3/4 cup sauce in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Layer with three noodles, a fourth of the sauce and a third of the asparagus and mozzarella. Repeat layers twice. Top with remaining noodles and sauce (dish will be full). Sprinkle with Parmesan. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 45-50 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown. Let stand for 15 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 359 calories, Fat 20g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 567mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

LASAGNA WITH ASPARAGUS, LEEKS, AND MORELS



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Provided by Ivy Manning

Categories     Milk/Cream     Cheese     Dairy     Mushroom     Vegetable     Bake     Dinner     Asparagus     Leek     Spring     Family Reunion     Noodle     Bon Appétit     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter, divided
2 medium leeks (white and pale green parts only), halved lengthwise, thinly sliced (about 2 cups)
1 pound thick asparagus spears, trimmed, cut on diagonal into 1-inch pieces
4 ounces fresh morel mushrooms, rinsed, coarsely chopped, or 5 ounces fresh shiitake mushrooms, stemmed, coarsely chopped
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
3 1/2 cups low-salt chicken broth
1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 bay leaf
2 tablespoons all purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
Nonstick vegetable oil spray
1 9-ounce package no-cook lasagna noodles (12 noodles)
1 1/4 cups (about) finely grated Parmesan cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Melt 1 tablespoon butter in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add leeks; cook until wilted, stirring often, about 4 minutes. Transfer to medium bowl. Melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter in same skillet. Add asparagus, mushrooms, and thyme. Sprinkle with salt and pepper; sauté until asparagus is crisp-tender, stirring often, about 4 minutes. Add to bowl with leeks and toss to distribute evenly. Add broth, cream, and bay leaf to same skillet and boil over high heat until slightly thickened, about 6 minutes. Sprinkle flour over and whisk to blend. Boil until sauce thickens, about 1 minute, whisking until smooth. Remove from heat. Stir in nutmeg; discard bay leaf. Season to taste with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD: Vegetables and sauce can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Coat four 2-cup shallow oval or round baking dishes with nonstick spray. Break off corners of noodles to fit flatly into dishes. Spoon 1/4 cup sauce into each dish. Place 1 noodle atop sauce. Scatter 1/4 cup vegetable mixture over, spreading in even layer. Drizzle 2 tablespoons sauce over. Sprinkle rounded tablespoonful cheese over each. Repeat layering 2 more times with noodles, vegetables, sauce, and cheese. Drizzle remaining sauce over lasagnas.
  • Cover each dish tightly with foil. Place on rimmed baking sheet and bake until noodles are tender, about 40 minutes. Uncover and bake until sauce is bubbling and cheese begins to brown, about 6 minutes. Let stand at room temperature 5 minutes before serving.

HAM & ASPARAGUS LASAGNA



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Make and share this Ham & Asparagus Lasagna recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Moe Larry Cheese

Categories     Vegetable

Time 50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

9 uncooked lasagna noodles
2 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 lbs fresh asparagus spears, trimmed, cut into 1-inch pieces
3 cups fresh mushrooms, sliced
2 3/4 cups cooked ham, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 cups milk
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon chicken flavor instant bouillon
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese blend

Steps:

  • Cook lasagna noodles to desired doneness as directed on package. Drain.
  • Meanwhile, heat oven to 350 degrees. Spray 13x9 glass baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Melt margarine in a 12-inch skillet over medium heat. Add asparagus and mushrooms; cook and stir 5 to 7 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender. Pour into large bowl; stir in ham. Set aside.
  • In same skillet, combine 1/2 cup of the milk, flour, bouillon, pepper and dijon mustard; blend well with wire whisk. Add remaining 1-1/2 cups milk; blend well. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture is bubbly and thickened. Remove from heat; stir in 1/2 cup of the cheese until melted.
  • To assemble lasagna, spread 1/2 cup sauce evenly in bottom of sprayed baking dish. Reserve 1/2 cup of sauce for topping. Add remaining sauce to ham mixture; mix well.
  • Arrange 3 cooked noodles over sauce in baking dish. Spoon and spread half of ham mixture over noodles; top with 1/2 cup cheese. Repeat layers. Top with remaining noodles and reserved 1/2 cup sauce. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 20 to 30 minutes or until bubbly. Let stand 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 445.6, Fat 23.5, SaturatedFat 12.3, Cholesterol 89.5, Sodium 335.7, Carbohydrate 30.9, Fiber 3, Sugar 2.2, Protein 28.4

ASPARAGUS AND HAM DINNER



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A quick, mid-week meal of ham, asparagus, and peppers that is both tasty and healthy.

Provided by seguel

Time 20m

Yield Serves 3

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 lb. fresh asparagus cut into 1 inch pieces
1 medium yellow pepper, julienned
3 green onions
3 tbsp. olive oil
3 cups diced fresh tomatoes
10 ounces cooked ham, cubed
Salt and pepper
1/2 tsp. dried oregano
1/2 tsp. dried basil
Pinch of cayenne pepper
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Splash of white wine

Steps:

  • Saute asparagus, onions and yellow pepper in oil, until onion is translucent and veggies are tender.
  • Add tomatoes, ham and wine.
  • Mix in seasoning. Sprinkle cheese and heat thoroughly.
  • Serve over pasta or rice.

Tips:

  • To save time, use no-boil lasagna noodles or cook them according to the package directions before assembling the lasagna.
  • If you don't have white sauce, you can substitute it with a jar of Alfredo sauce.
  • To make the lasagna ahead of time, assemble it and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours before baking.
  • When you're ready to bake the lasagna, take it out of the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature for about 30 minutes before baking.
  • Serve the lasagna with a side of garlic bread or a fresh salad.

Conclusion:

Asparagus Ham Lasagna is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It's a great way to use up leftover asparagus and ham, and it's also a great dish to make ahead of time. With its creamy white sauce, tender asparagus, and flavorful ham, this lasagna is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a new lasagna recipe to try, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!

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