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Creamy Butternut Squash & Kale Lasagna - The Perfect Comfort Food

Creamy Butternut Squash & Kale Lasagna: Heavenly 9-Layer Comfort


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A comforting lasagna featuring layers of creamy butternut squash, tender kale, and rich cheese.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 medium butternut squash (about 2 lbs), peeled and diced
  • 4 cups chopped kale
  • 12 lasagna noodles
  • 2 cups ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp nutmeg

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  2. Toss butternut squash with olive oil, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Roast for 25 minutes.
  3. Cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions.
  4. Sauté kale and garlic in olive oil until wilted.
  5. Layer noodles, ricotta, roasted squash, kale, and cheeses in a baking dish.
  6. Repeat layers, ending with mozzarella on top.
  7. Bake covered for 30 minutes, then uncovered for 15 minutes until bubbly.

Notes

  • For extra creaminess, mix ricotta with an egg.
  • Substitute spinach if kale isn’t available.
  • Let lasagna rest 10 minutes before serving.
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 16g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: creamy lasagna, butternut squash kale lasagna, vegetarian comfort food