Pumpkin lasagna with mozzarella recipe

Pumpkin Lasagna with Mozzarella recipe

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This pumpkin lasagna with mozzarella recipe is a delightful twist on the classic Italian dish. The combination of rich pumpkin puree, creamy mozzarella cheese, and savory herbs creates a comforting and flavorful meal. With layers of lasagna noodles and a homemade pumpkin sauce, this dish is perfect for autumn gatherings or cozy family dinners. The addition of mozzarella adds a gooey, melty texture that perfectly complements the earthy pumpkin flavors.

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Pumpkin lasagna with mozzarella recipe details

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Ingredients

1 ½ kg	pumpkin, diced
2	onions, chopped
5	tomatoes, diced
some	single cream
some	white wine
½ bunch(es)	basil, chopped
	salt and pepper
250 g	cheese, grated
2 tbsp	butter
	For the sauce:
50 g	butter
50 g	flour
500 g	milk
200 g	single cream
3 tbsp	crème fraîche
½ bunch(es)	parsley, chopped
500 g	lasagna sheets
2 pack(s)	mozzarella, sliced

Instructions

In a saucepan, melt the butter and fry the pumpkin, onions and tomatoes over medium heat for 5 minutes. Pour in some single cream and a dash of white wine. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in the basil. Set aside.

For the sauce, melt the butter. Add the flour and cook stirring until pale yellow. Pour in the milk, single cream and the crème fraîche and bring to the boil, stirring constantly with a wire whisk. Simmer for 5-6 minutes. Stir in the parsley and season with salt and pepper.

Preheat the oven to 200°C.

In a buttered casserole dish, cover the bottom with some of the sauce, Layer in turn sheets of lasagna, pumpkin mixture and grated cheese, sheets of lasagna, sauce and so on, the last layer should be sauce. Divide the mozzarella slices on top.

Bake for 35-45 minutes.

Preparation time:
ca. 20 min
Cooking / Baking Time:
ca. 1 hr 20 min
Grade of difficulty:
medium
Calories per portion:
n/a