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Pumpkin lasagna

Joyful Pumpkin Lasagna: 1 Divine Fall Meal

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A comforting and flavorful lasagna featuring the warm, sweet taste of pumpkin, layered with creamy ricotta, savory sauce, and pasta. Perfect for autumn gatherings.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound lasagna noodles
  • 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree
  • 15 ounces ricotta cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Cook lasagna noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, combine pumpkin puree, ricotta cheese, egg, Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, nutmeg, and cinnamon. Mix well.
  3. Spread about 1/2 cup of marinara sauce in the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  4. Arrange a layer of cooked lasagna noodles over the sauce.
  5. Spread half of the pumpkin-ricotta mixture over the noodles.
  6. Spoon about 1 cup of marinara sauce over the pumpkin mixture.
  7. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese.
  8. Repeat layers: noodles, remaining pumpkin-ricotta mixture, marinara sauce, and mozzarella cheese.
  9. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  10. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  11. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free lasagna noodles.
  • Add cooked Italian sausage or browned ground beef for a meatier version.
  • A pinch of sage can add a savory depth.
  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian-American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg