Green and White Lasagna Recipe
Description: Delight in the wholesome flavors of this Green and White Lasagna, a cherished recipe from the WW archives, boasting a mere 5 points per serving. Loved by the whole family, it’s a culinary masterpiece that’s both satisfying and nutritious. Prepare to indulge in layers of creamy goodness and vibrant veggies, all baked to perfection for a comforting meal that’s anything but ordinary.
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Servings: 12
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Reduced-calorie margarine | 2 tbsp |
| Flour | 1 1/2 cups |
| Black pepper | 1/4 tsp |
| Nutmeg | 1/4 tsp |
| Fontina cheese | 1 cup |
| Frozen chopped spinach | 9 oz |
| Broccoli | 2 cups |
| Cannellini beans | 2 cups |
| Red pepper | 1/2 cup |
| Lasagna noodles | 9 noodles |
| Milk | 4 cups |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Cheese Sauce:
- In a medium saucepan, melt the reduced-calorie margarine over medium heat.
- Stir in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, for about 2 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in the milk, black pepper, and nutmeg. Continue to cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a boil and thickens.
- Remove from heat and stir in the Fontina cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth.
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Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Prepare the Vegetable Mixture:
- In a medium bowl, combine the frozen chopped spinach, chopped broccoli, drained and rinsed cannellini beans, and diced red pepper.
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Assemble the Lasagna:
- Spray a 13″ x 9″ baking dish with cooking spray.
- Begin layering the lasagna in the prepared pan:
- Start with a layer of lasagna noodles (about 3 noodles).
- Spread 1/3 of the vegetable mixture evenly over the noodles.
- Pour 1/3 of the cheese sauce over the vegetables.
- Repeat the layering process twice more, ending with a layer of cheese sauce on top.
- Sprinkle the reserved Fontina cheese and diced red pepper over the top of the lasagna.
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Bake the Lasagna:
- Cover the dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
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Serve:
- Allow the lasagna to cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 254.2
- Fat: 8.3g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Cholesterol: 25.9mg
- Sodium: 338.1mg
- Carbohydrates: 30.4g
- Fiber: 4.2g
- Sugar: 5g
- Protein: 15.3g
Indulge in the goodness of this Green and White Lasagna, a flavorful and healthy twist on a classic favorite that’s sure to become a staple in your recipe collection! 🍽️✨
