Green Bean Lasagna

Health score
12%
Green Bean Lasagna
145 min.
8
827kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your lasagna game? This Green Bean Lasagna is a delightful twist on the classic dish, perfect for those who crave a hearty meal packed with flavor and nutrition. With layers of tender green beans, savory mushrooms, and a creamy ricotta mixture, this recipe is not only delicious but also a feast for the eyes. Imagine the aroma of caramelized onions and sautéed mushrooms wafting through your kitchen as you prepare this comforting dish.

What sets this lasagna apart is its unique combination of textures and tastes. The crunchy topping of buttery crackers adds a satisfying crunch, while the rich Italian cheese blend melts beautifully, creating a gooey, cheesy experience in every bite. Whether you're serving it for a family dinner or a special occasion, this lasagna is sure to impress your guests and leave them asking for seconds.

With a preparation time of just under two and a half hours, this dish is well worth the wait. It serves eight, making it ideal for gatherings or meal prep for the week ahead. Plus, with a caloric breakdown that includes a good balance of protein, fats, and carbohydrates, you can indulge without the guilt. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a lasagna that will become a new family favorite!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup butter divided
  • tablespoons butter melted
  • 1.5 cups round buttery crackers crushed
  • servings cream sauce 
  • 28.8 oz haricots verts frozen thawed
  • ounces mushrooms fresh assorted trimmed sliced
  • oz fried onions french
  • 20 oz pizza cheese shredded italian divided
  • 12  lasagne pasta sheets uncooked
  • 15 oz ricotta cheese 
  • large onion sweet halved sliced
  • 0.3 cup wine 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 35
  2. Drain green beans; pat dry with paper towels. Prepare noodles according to package directions.
  3. Meanwhile, melt 2 Tbsp. butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add onions, and saut 15 minutes or until golden brown.
  4. Transfer onions to a large bowl, and wipe skillet clean.
  5. Melt remaining 2 Tbsp. butter in skillet; add mushrooms, and saut 4 to 5 minutes or until tender.
  6. Add wine, and saut 3 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
  7. Add mushrooms and green beans to caramelized onions in bowl; toss.
  8. Stir together ricotta cheese and 1 cup Italian cheese blend.
  9. Layer 1 cup Parmesan Cream Sauce, 3 noodles, half of green bean mixture, and 1 cup cheese blend in a lightly greased 15- x 10-inch baking dish. Top with 1 cup Parmesan Cream Sauce, 3 noodles, and all of ricotta cheese mixture. Top with 3 noodles, remaining green bean mixture, 1 cup cheese blend, and 1 cup Parmesan Cream Sauce. Top sauce with remaining 3 noodles, 1 cup Parmesan Cream Sauce, and 2 cups cheese blend.
  10. Bake at 350 for 50 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown. Toss together crackers and next 2 ingredients.
  11. Remove lasagna from oven; sprinkle cracker mixture over top.
  12. Bake 10 more minutes.
  13. Let stand on a wire rack 20 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories827kcal
Protein16%
Fat52.24%
Carbs31.76%

Properties

Glycemic Index
32.75
Glycemic Load
15.29
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
20.33217394352%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.06mg
Epicatechin
0.04mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.07mg
Hesperetin
0.03mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.14mg
Kaempferol
1.4mg
Myricetin
1.08mg
Quercetin
14.8mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:826.56kcal
41.33%
Fat:48.68g
74.9%
Saturated Fat:18.85g
117.79%
Carbohydrates:66.58g
22.19%
Net Carbohydrates:61.16g
22.24%
Sugar:10.65g
11.83%
Cholesterol:67.83mg
22.61%
Sodium:555.54mg
24.15%
Alcohol:0.77g
100%
Alcohol %:0.23%
100%
Protein:33.56g
67.11%
Selenium:38.59µg
55.12%
Vitamin K:51.3µg
48.86%
Manganese:0.76mg
37.91%
Calcium:337.21mg
33.72%
Phosphorus:284.87mg
28.49%
Vitamin A:1250.06IU
25%
Vitamin B2:0.4mg
23.62%
Fiber:5.41g
21.66%
Vitamin C:17.02mg
20.63%
Folate:80.06µg
20.01%
Vitamin B6:0.37mg
18.73%
Copper:0.36mg
17.86%
Magnesium:67.24mg
16.81%
Potassium:577.96mg
16.51%
Vitamin B3:3.22mg
16.08%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
15.76%
Iron:2.69mg
14.97%
Zinc:1.81mg
12.04%
Vitamin B5:1.09mg
10.89%
Vitamin E:1.25mg
8.32%
Vitamin B12:0.21µg
3.56%
Vitamin D:0.16µg
1.09%
Source:My Recipes