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Pumpkin Lasagna Roll Ups with Crispy Sage.

Cozy Pumpkin Lasagna Roll Ups with Crispy Sage Delight

Enjoy these Pumpkin Lasagna Roll Ups with Crispy Sage for a cozy dinner that embodies autumn flavors.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Crispy Sage Preparation 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 rolls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Roll Ups
  • 12-15 pieces Lasagna Noodles Cooked
  • 15 ounces Ricotta Cheese
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Canned or homemade
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Finely grated
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Sage
  • to taste Kosher Salt and Pepper
  • 2 cups Mozzarella or Provolone Cheese Freshly grated
For the Béchamel Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Or olive oil
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour Consider gluten-free options
  • 2 cups Milk Or almond/oat milk for dairy-free
  • 1/4 teaspoon Freshly Grated Nutmeg Pinch adds depth
For Garnishing
  • 10 leaves Fresh Sage Leaves Fried until crispy
  • 1 cup Extra Mozzarella Optional topping

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Large pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking dish
  • medium saucepan
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook lasagna noodles in salted water for 8-9 minutes until al dente, then drain and cool them.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, pumpkin puree, parmesan, egg, dried sage, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  4. Spread 3 tablespoons of filling on each noodle, sprinkle with mozzarella, and roll them up.
  5. Melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour until golden, then add milk to thicken the béchamel. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
  6. Layer a thin béchamel in a baking dish, place roll-ups seam-side down, then cover with remaining béchamel and mozzarella.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
  8. Fry sage leaves in butter until crispy, then drain on paper towels.
  9. Serve lasagna roll-ups warm, garnished with crispy sage leaves.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Make ahead by preparing the roll-ups and béchamel sauce separately to avoid sogginess when baking.

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