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The Easiest Shortcut Butternut Squash Lasagna Recipe

The Easiest Shortcut Butternut Squash Lasagna Recipe

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  • Author: Anna
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian Inspired
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A cozy layered lasagna made with roasted butternut squash, creamy ricotta, rich marinara, and melted mozzarella, baked until golden and bubbling for the ultimate comforting vegetarian dinner.


Ingredients

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  • 4 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed
  • 12 dry lasagna noodles
  • 2 cups ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
  • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 3 cups marinara sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried sage
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F or 200°C.
  2. Toss cubed butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20 to 25 minutes until tender and lightly caramelized.
  3. Cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  4. In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese with minced garlic and dried sage until combined.
  5. Lightly grease a 9 by 13 inch baking dish.
  6. Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of the dish.
  7. Add a layer of noodles, then spread half of the ricotta mixture, half of the roasted squash, and a sprinkle of mozzarella.
  8. Repeat layering with noodles, remaining ricotta mixture, remaining squash, and more mozzarella.
  9. Top with remaining marinara sauce, remaining mozzarella, and grated parmesan cheese.
  10. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
  11. Let rest for 10 to 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Roast squash in a single layer for better caramelization.
  • Allow lasagna to rest before cutting to help layers hold their shape.
  • Use high quality marinara for deeper flavor.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 19g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg