Butternut Squash Lasagna Recipe

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Butternut Squash Lasagna
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  1. Heat the oil in a heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the squash and toss to coat. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Pour the water into the skillet and then cover and simmer over medium heat until the squash is tender, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes. Cool slightly and then transfer the squash to a food processor. Add the amaretti cookies and blend until smooth. Season the squash puree, to taste, with more salt and pepper.
  2. Melt the butter in a heavy medium-size saucepan over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in the milk. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer until the sauce thickens slightly, whisking often, about 5 minutes. Whisk in the nutmeg. Cool slightly. Transfer half of the sauce to a blender*. Add the basil and blend until smooth. Return the basil sauce to the sauce in the pan and stir to blend. Season the sauce with salt and pepper, to taste.
  3. Position the rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 375 degrees F.
  4. Lightly butter a 13 by 9 by 2-inch glass baking dish. Spread 3/4 cup of the sauce over the prepared baking dish. Arrange 3 lasagna noodles on the bottom of the pan. Spread 1/3 of the squash puree over the noodles. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese. Drizzle 1/2 cup of sauce over the noodles. Repeat layering 3 more times.
  5. Tightly cover the baking dish with foil and bake the lasagna for 40 minutes. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses over the lasagna. Continue baking uncovered until the sauce bubbles and the top is golden, 15 minutes longer. Let the lasagna stand for 15 minutes before serving.
  6. *When blending hot liquids: Remove liquid from the heat and allow to cool for at least 5 minutes. Transfer liquid to a blender or food processor and fill it no more than halfway. If using a blender, release one corner of the lid. This prevents the vacuum effect that creates heat explosions. Place a towel over the top of the machine, pulse a few times then process on high speed until smooth.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 272.72 Kcal (1142 kJ)
Calories from fat 119.24 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 13.25g 20%
Cholesterol 38.94mg 13%
Sodium 383.24mg 16%
Potassium 449.42mg 10%
Total Carbs 27.52g 9%
Sugars 7.02g 28%
Dietary Fiber 1.77g 7%
Protein 11.29g 23%
Vitamin C 17mg 28%
Vitamin A 0.9mg 28%
Iron 0.9mg 5%
Calcium 327.3mg 33%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 46.97 Kcal (197 kJ)
Calories from fat 20.54 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2.28g 20%
Cholesterol 6.71mg 13%
Sodium 66mg 16%
Potassium 77.4mg 10%
Total Carbs 4.74g 9%
Sugars 1.21g 28%
Dietary Fiber 0.31g 7%
Protein 1.94g 23%
Vitamin C 2.9mg 28%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 28%
Iron 0.2mg 5%
Calcium 56.4mg 33%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 6.2
    Points
  • 7
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • low fat,
  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium,
  • low cholesterol

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