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Serving Size : 8 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Beans & Rice Main Dishes
Pasta
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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9 Uncooked lasagna noodles *
1 tablespoon Olive oil
1 medium Onion; chopped
2 cloves Garlic; minced
1 cup Water
2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro; chopped
2 cans Black beans (15 oz ea); rinsed & drained
1 can Chopped tomatoes (14-1/2 oz), undrained
2 cans Tomato paste (6 oz ea)
15 ounces Light or nonfat ricotta cheese
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese; grated
1/2 cup Fat-free egg product or 4 egg whites
1/4 cup Fresh parsley; chopped
2 cups Light Monterey Jack cheese
Cook and drain noodles according to package directions (or see note).
While noodles are cooking, heat oil in a large skillet over
medium-high heat. Cook onion and garlic in oil, stirring frequently,
until onion is tender. Stir in water, cilantro, beans, tomatoes, and
tomato paste, and reduce heat. Simmer uncovered about 15 minutes,
stirring occasionally.
In a medium bowl, combine remaining ingredients except Monterey Jack
cheese. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Layer one-third each of the noodles, bean mixture, ricotta mixture,
and then Monterey Jack cheese in a rectangular 13x9x2" baking dish.
Repeat layers twice. Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes until hot and
bubbly. Let stand 10-15 minutes before serving.
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NOTES: * Ronzoni makes "oven ready" lasagna noodles that do not have
to be precooked (they cook with the prepared lasagna while baking).
I have used them with success.
