1poundlasagna pastaI like the whole wheat pasta available at most markets
2poundsfresh asparagus-stem end trimmed and stalks cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
Extra Virgin olive oil
2tablespoonsbutter
2tablespoonsflour
2cups2% milk
4ouncesgoat cheese
Zest of 2 lemons
Instructions
Preheat broiler to high.
Place a large stockpot over high heat and cook lasagna pasta until it is al dente. Drain and toss with olive oil to prevent pasta from sticking.
Toss the asparagus pieces with salt and pepper and extra Virgin olive oil. Place on a broiler proof pan and cook until caramelized and lightly browned (about 5-7 minutes). Be sure to turn the asparagus frequently so that it is evenly golden brown. Remove from the broiler and set aside.
Place a medium sauté pan over medium heat. Melt the butter and whisk the flour in to milk. Stir the mixture to cook out the raw flour taste (about 1 minute.) Add the milk at once and whisk constantly. The mixture will thicken when the milk reaches a boil. When the mixture reaches a boil, remove from the heat and stir in the goat cheese and lemon zest. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper.