Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of fall with these Butternut Squash Lasagna Roll-Ups with Ricotta. This delightful dish features tender lasagna noodles filled with a creamy mixture of smooth butternut squash, rich ricotta cheese, and aromatic sage. Each roll is enveloped in a velvety béchamel sauce, creating a cozy meal perfect for family gatherings or a comforting weeknight dinner. With stunning presentation and heartwarming taste, these roll-ups are sure to impress both guests and loved ones alike.
Ingredients
- Lasagna noodles (15-16)
- Mashed butternut squash (1 cup)
- Ricotta cheese (1¼ cups)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (½ cup + ¼ cup for serving)
- Egg (1 large)
- Fresh sage (2 Tbsp + whole leaves for garnish)
- Shredded mozzarella cheese (1½ cups)
- Unsalted butter (4 Tbsp)
- All-purpose flour (2 Tbsp)
- Milk (2-3 cups)
Instructions
- Cook lasagna noodles until al dente; drain and lay flat.
- In a bowl, mix butternut squash, ricotta, Parmesan, egg, sage, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- For béchamel: melt butter, whisk in flour; gradually add warm milk. Simmer until thickened, then stir in Parmesan, nutmeg, and seasonings.
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Spread half the béchamel sauce in a baking dish.
- Fill each noodle with squash mixture, roll tightly, and place in the dish. Top with remaining béchamel and mozzarella.
- Bake for 30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll-up (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 60mg