Live-Well: Brunch Lasagna
Description
This Live-Well Brunch Lasagna is a hearty, comforting dish that brings classic Italian flavors to your morning table. Featuring a rich mixture of sautéed mushrooms, onions, garlic, and sweet peppers, it is layered with tender broccoli and a light, creamy cottage cheese blend. The dish is bound together with lasagna noodles and topped with a golden crust of mozzarella and Parmesan. It offers a satisfying balance of earthy vegetables and mild dairy, making it an excellent choice for weekend brunches or family gatherings.Ingredients
Directions
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Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
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Add mushrooms, onion, garlic, and sweet pepper; cook, stirring often, for about 5 minutes or until softened.
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Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir to coat well.
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Stir in basil, salt, and pepper.
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Gradually stir in 3/4 cup of the milk; cook, stirring often, for about 10 minutes or until sauce is smooth and thickened.
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Stir in broccoli and parsley; set aside.
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Halve lasagna noodles; set aside.
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In a food processor or blender, blend together egg, cottage cheese, and remaining milk until smooth.
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Lightly grease an 8-inch square glass baking dish.
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Spread one-third of the cheese mixture into the bottom of the dish.
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Spread with half of the broccoli mixture, then cover with 4 noodle halves.
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Spread with half of the remaining cheese mixture, then half of the mozzarella.
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Cover with remaining noodles.
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Spread with remaining cheese mixture, then remaining mozzarella.
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Top with remaining broccoli mixture.
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Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or up to 16 hours.
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Combine Parmesan cheese and bread crumbs; sprinkle over the top of the broccoli mixture.
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Bake, uncovered, for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4 cups
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 65.7kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 1.9g3%
- Saturated Fat 0.2g1%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 11.0mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 9.4g4%
- Dietary Fiber 2.7g11%
- Sugars 5.2g
- Protein 6.1g13%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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