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Butternut Squash and Spinach Lasagna with White Sauce

A creamy and satisfying vegetarian lasagna layered with butternut squash, spinach, and a homemade white sauce, perfect for meal prep and freezing.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 9 no-boil lasagna noodles
  • 1 medium butternut squash, sliced
  • 3 cups fresh spinach
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Roast the butternut squash slices until golden.
  3. Sauté fresh spinach in olive oil with minced garlic and a dash of salt until wilted.
  4. Prepare the white sauce by melting butter, whisking in flour, then gradually adding milk and nutmeg until thickened.
  5. Layer the lasagna starting with noodles, then white sauce, followed by squash, spinach, and cheese. Repeat layers.
  6. Bake until bubbling and the top is golden, approximately 30-40 minutes.
  7. Let it cool slightly before slicing and serve hot.

Notes

This lasagna can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge or frozen for later. Use pre-cut squash to save time. Pair with a green salad for a complete meal.

  • Author: miguel-santiago
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg

Keywords: butternut squash, lasagna, vegetarian, comfort food, white sauce, spinach, meal prep