HAM 'N' CHEESE LASAGNA

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"This recipe came from a friend who's a wonderful cook," shares Carla Specht in Annawan, Illinois. No-cook noodles make it a breeze to put this rich and cheesy, comforting main dish on your table in no time flat.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

3 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
2 cups thinly sliced celery
2 cups chopped carrots
1 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with basil, oregano and garlic, undrained
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1-1/4 cups shredded Swiss cheese
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
9 no-cook lasagna noodles

Steps:

In a large skillet, saute the mushrooms, celery, carrots and onion in oil for 4-5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add ham and garlic; cook 1-2 minutes longer or until garlic is tender. In a small bowl, combine the flour and cream; stir into ham mixture. Add tomatoes and pepper., Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until heated through (sauce will be thin). , In a small bowl, combine the cheeses. Place three noodles in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; top with a third of the sauce and a third of the cheese mixture. Repeat layers twice., Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Uncover; bake 15-20 minutes longer or until bubbly and cheese is melted. Let stand for 20 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 495 calories, Fat 32g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 112mg cholesterol, Sodium 897mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 24g protein.