How to Make Butternut Squash and Beef Lasagna - A Step-by-Step Guide

Butternut Squash and Beef Lasagna is a delicious and hearty Italian dish that is perfect for a cozy family dinner or a special occasion. This unique take on traditional lasagna combines the sweet and nutty flavor of butternut squash with savory, seasoned ground beef, and creamy cheese, resulting in a mouthwatering dish that is sure to please even the pickiest of eaters.

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Ingredients

  • 2 butternut squash - peeled, seeded, and thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning, divided, or to taste
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (28 ounce) jar pasta sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
  • 2 ½ teaspoons salt, divided
  • 1 (16 ounce) container ricotta cheese
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons dried parsley
  • 1 (8 ounce) ball fresh mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 40 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 10 servings

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Arrange butternut squash slices in a single layer on each baking sheet. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over each layer; season each with 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until squash is soft but still firm to the bite, about 15 minutes.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir beef and garlic until browned, about 5 minutes. Drain grease. Mix in remaining 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, pasta sauce, brown sugar, basil, and 1 1/2 teaspoon salt. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until flavors combine, about 10 minutes.
  • Mix remaining 1 teaspoon salt, ricotta cheese, eggs, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, and parsley together in a bowl.
  • Layer 1/3 of the squash slices in the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Cover squash with 1/2 of the ricotta mixture, 1/2 of the mozzarella cheese and 1/3 of the beef mixture. Repeat layers, ending with remaining squash slices and sauce. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheeses are melted and sauce is bubbly, about 30 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
  • Nutrition

    443 cal.

    • Total Fat: 21g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 99mg
    • Sodium: 1235mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 41g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 15g
    • Protein: 25g
    • Vitamin C: 45mg
    • Calcium: 495mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 1156mg