BUTTERNUT LASAGNA

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I love butternut squash, a comfort food with gourmet possibilities. This squash lasagna offers a fresh, updated flavor profile that will rival even the mightiest roasted bird. -Shannon Cornelius, Salt Lake City, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 1h40m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

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Ingredients

1 medium butternut squash (about 4 pounds), peeled and cubed
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon pepper
12 lasagna noodles
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups 2% milk
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1-1/2 cups shredded Swiss or Gruyere cheese, divided
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
3 cups fresh baby spinach

Steps:

Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, combine squash, oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, nutmeg and pepper. Transfer to two greased 15x10x1-in. baking pans., Roast 30-35 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally; cool slightly. Process in batches in a food processor until pureed. Meanwhile, cook noodles according to package directions; drain., Reduce oven setting to 375°. For sauce, in a small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour and remaining salt until smooth; gradually add milk and cream. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until slightly thickened. Stir in 1 cup cheese and lemon zest until cheese is melted., Spread 1 cup sauce into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Layer with four noodles, half of the squash mixture, 1-1/2 cups spinach and 1-1/2 cups sauce. Repeat layers. Top with remaining noodles and sauce., Bake, covered, 45 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, 10-15 minutes longer or until bubbly and cheese is melted. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 406 calories, Fat 24g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 336mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

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Amine Saad

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Butternut lasagna? That sounds like an interesting combination. I'm definitely going to give this recipe a try.

Maryann Utobo

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This recipe looks delicious, but I'm allergic to butternut squash. Do you think I could substitute another vegetable?

Nairath Juma

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I'm not sure about this recipe. I've never had butternut squash in lasagna before.

Megi megi

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This recipe looks amazing! I'm going to make it for my family this weekend.

Ali Chauhan

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I've been looking for a new lasagna recipe and this one looks perfect. I can't wait to try it.

James Nii afadi

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I'm definitely going to try this recipe. It looks delicious and I love butternut squash.

Damian Alvarez

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This recipe was a bit too complicated for me. I think I'll stick to my old lasagna recipe.

Lesedi Mdlalose

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I'm not a huge fan of butternut squash, but this lasagna was surprisingly delicious. The squash added a nice sweetness and creaminess to the dish.

Mdtohin Khan

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This lasagna was so easy to make and it tasted amazing. I'll definitely be making it again soon.

Yassein Elsherbiny

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I followed the recipe exactly and the lasagna turned out perfectly. It was delicious and I would definitely make it again.

BradyBurst

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The butternut lasagna was a bit too bland for my taste. I think it could have used more seasoning.

Kelechi Achike

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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be adding it to my regular rotation of lasagna recipes.

aMiNaTa Ndw

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I made this lasagna for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the unique flavor and the fact that it was a healthier version of traditional lasagna.

Angelica Lehman

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This lasagna was a bit more work than I expected, but it was definitely worth it. The finished dish was amazing and I'll definitely be making it again.

jeremy wing

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I'm not usually a fan of lasagna, but this butternut version was surprisingly delicious. The squash added a sweetness that I really enjoyed.

Cosmas Cocy Ndebele

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The butternut lasagna was a hit at my dinner party last night. Everyone raved about the unique flavor and the creamy texture.

MD RAHAT HOSSEN

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This recipe was easy to follow and the lasagna turned out beautifully. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a new and flavorful lasagna recipe.