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 roasted butternut squash, ricotta cheese, and fragrant sage, all topped with a luscious homemade béchamel sauce. Perfect for cozy dinners or festive gatherings, these vegetarian roll-ups are not only visually stunning but also bursting with flavor. Easy to prepare and customizable according to your taste preferences, they’re an ideal choice for busy weeknights or special occasions. Serve them alongside a fresh salad or crusty bread for a complete meal that will impress family and friends alike.

Ingredients

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Lasagna noodles
1 cup mashed butternut squash
1¼ cup ricotta cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 large egg
2 Tbsp finely chopped sage
1 tsp Kosher salt
¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
1½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
4 Tbsp unsalted butter
2 Tbsp all-purpose flour
2–3 cups warm milk
¼ cup grated Parmesan
⅛ tsp grated nutmeg
Pinch of cayenne pepper
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
4 large sage leaves
2 garlic cloves, smashed
A handful of fresh sage leaves
Neutral oil

Instructions

Cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
In a mixing bowl, combine butternut squash, ricotta (reserve some), Parmesan, egg, chopped sage, salt, and pepper; mix well.
For the béchamel sauce, melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour until golden brown, then gradually add warm milk while stirring until thickened; stir in remaining ingredients.
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread half of the béchamel sauce in a baking dish.
On each noodle, spread filling evenly and sprinkle with mozzarella; roll up tightly.
Place roll-ups seam-side down in the baking dish, drizzle remaining béchamel over the top, sprinkle with mozzarella.
Bake for 30 minutes until bubbly; garnish with fresh sage before serving.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 roll-up (150g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 480mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 13g
Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: Customize your filling by adding spinach or mushrooms for extra nutrition. Use gluten-free lasagna noodles if desired. Leftover roll-ups can be frozen for easy future meals.