Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of fall with these Butternut Squash Lasagna Roll Ups with Ricotta. This delightful dish marries the sweetness of butternut squash with creamy ricotta and gooey mozzarella, all enveloped in a rich béchamel sauce. Perfect for cozy family dinners or festive gatherings, these vegetarian roll ups are not only visually stunning but also incredibly satisfying. With minimal prep and cooking time, you can create a gourmet experience that everyone will love. Serve them with a fresh salad or garlic bread to elevate your meal further!
Ingredients
- Lasagna noodles
- Mashed butternut squash
- Ricotta cheese
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- Shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh sage
- Unsalted butter
- Milk
Instructions
- Cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente; lay flat to cool.
- In a large bowl, mix butternut squash, ricotta, Parmesan, egg, sage, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Prepare the béchamel sauce by melting butter in a saucepan, adding flour, then whisking in warm milk until thickened. Stir in nutmeg and cayenne.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread half the béchamel sauce in a baking dish.
- Fill each noodle with 2-3 tablespoons of the squash mixture and sprinkle with mozzarella before rolling up.
- Place roll ups seam-side down in the baking dish and cover with remaining béchamel and mozzarella.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 70mg