Pumpkin Sage Lasagna Roll Up Pull Apart Recipe
Enjoy the delicious flavors of fall with this hearty Pumpkin Sage Lasagna Roll Up Pull Apart Recipe. Creamy ricotta filling paired with a savory kabocha squash sauce makes for a comforting and satisfying dish.
- Author: Elena
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Kabocha Squash Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 2-lb. kabocha or butternut squash, peeled, seeded, cut into ½” pieces (about 3 cups)
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh sage
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable stock
Ricotta Filling:
- 1 pound fresh ricotta, drained
- Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest (from about 1/2 a lemon)
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
- 1 large egg
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 package lasagna noodles
- 1–2 cups fresh mozzarella, shredded or sliced
- Crispy sage leaves to finish, if desired
- Prepare Kabocha Squash Sauce: Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Add kabocha, onion, garlic, and sage. Cook until onion is translucent. Add stock, simmer until squash is soft, then blend until smooth. Season to taste.
- Make Ricotta Filling: Combine ricotta, nutmeg, lemon zest, Parmigiano-Reggiano, egg, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble: Boil lasagna noodles. Spread kabocha sauce and ricotta mixture on each noodle. Roll up and place in a dish. Top with remaining sauce and mozzarella.
- Bake: Bake at 375°F for 45 minutes until cheese is melted and golden. Serve warm with crispy sage leaves.
Notes
- You can substitute butternut squash for kabocha squash.
- For a vegetarian version, use vegetable stock.
- Feel free to add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll-up
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Pumpkin Sage Lasagna, Fall Recipe, Comfort Food, Italian Cuisine