Description
Indulge in the delectable layers of this Vegetable Lasagna with Sweet Potato, Butternut Squash & Cranberry Glaze. This veggie-packed dish is a comforting and satisfying main course that’s perfect for a cozy family dinner or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
– 1 large sweet potato, peeled and sliced
– 1 medium butternut squash, peeled, seeded and sliced
– 1 onion, diced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 cups baby spinach
– 15 oz ricotta cheese
– 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
– 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1 egg
– 1 tsp dried oregano
– 1/2 tsp salt
– 1/4 tsp black pepper
– 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
– 9 lasagna noodles
– 1/2 cup cranberry sauce or jelly
Instructions
1. 1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. 2. Arrange the sweet potato and butternut squash slices in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes, until tender.
3. 3. In a skillet, sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant and translucent.
4. 4. In a medium bowl, mix the ricotta, 1 cup of the mozzarella, 1/2 cup of the Parmesan, egg, oregano, salt, and pepper.
5. 5. Spread 1/2 cup of the marinara sauce in the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish.
6. 6. Layer 3 lasagna noodles, half of the roasted vegetables, half of the ricotta mixture, and 1/3 of the remaining marinara sauce. Repeat the layers, ending with the last 3 lasagna noodles and the remaining marinara sauce.
7. 7. Spread the cranberry sauce or jelly over the top of the lasagna. Sprinkle with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.
8. 8. Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. 9. Let the lasagna cool for 10-15 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
This vegetable lasagna is a great make-ahead dish. Assemble it in advance and refrigerate or freeze until ready to bake. Adjust the baking time accordingly if baking from frozen. You can also use pre-cooked lasagna noodles to save time.
- Prep Time: 30
- Cook Time: 60
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Italian