Asparagus Lasagna Recipe

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Asparagus Lasagna
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Directions:

  1. Bend asparagus spears gently to snap off tough end.
  2. Cut tender parts into 1 pieces.
  3. Wash under cold running water.
  4. Shake off excess water and place in microwaveable container.
  5. Microwave on HI for 3 minutes (alternately, cook in boiling water for 3 minutes).
  6. Drain and rinse under cold water, drain again.
  7. Set aside 1 1/2 cups asparagus tips.
  8. In saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
  9. Gradually whisk in flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute.
  10. Whisk in milk and stirring constantly, cook for 10 minutes or until thickened.
  11. Remove from heat.
  12. Stir in cream cheese, lemon rind, lemon juice, salt, pepper and nutmeg until cheese is melted.
  13. Meanwhile, cook noodles in boiling water until tender (about 10 minutes).
  14. Place 3 noodles in a 13x9 baking dish.
  15. Spread with one cup sauce, then 1/4 of the asparagus (not including reserved tips), then 1/4 of the mozzarella.
  16. Repeat layers 3 more times then top with final layer of noodles and sauce.
  17. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  18. Bake in preheated 375 degree oven for 35-40 minutes or until bubbling and golden.
  19. Sprinkle reserved asparagus tips over top.
  20. Bake for an additional 5 minutes.
  21. Let sit for 10 minutes before serving.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 360.11 Kcal (1508 kJ)
Calories from fat 172.79 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 19.2g 30%
Cholesterol 66.33mg 22%
Sodium 903.49mg 38%
Potassium 789.3mg 17%
Total Carbs 25.81g 9%
Sugars 13.62g 54%
Dietary Fiber 5.39g 22%
Protein 23.21g 46%
Vitamin C 14.4mg 24%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 3%
Iron 4.7mg 26%
Calcium 614.7mg 61%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 77.65 Kcal (325 kJ)
Calories from fat 37.26 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 4.14g 30%
Cholesterol 14.3mg 22%
Sodium 194.82mg 38%
Potassium 170.19mg 17%
Total Carbs 5.56g 9%
Sugars 2.94g 54%
Dietary Fiber 1.16g 22%
Protein 5g 46%
Vitamin C 3.1mg 24%
Iron 1mg 26%
Calcium 132.5mg 61%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 8
    Points
  • 9
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low cholesterol

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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