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Pumpkin Lasagna Roll Ups with Crispy Sage Recipe

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This Pumpkin Lasagna Roll Ups recipe offers a creative twist on classic lasagna by incorporating creamy pumpkin and crispy sage for a comforting, autumn-inspired meal. Layers of ricotta, pumpkin puree, and parmesan cheese are rolled inside tender lasagna noodles, baked in a luscious béchamel sauce topped with melted mozzarella and parmesan cheese. Finished with crispy sage leaves, this dish brings seasonal flavors and a sophisticated flair to your dinner table.

Ingredients

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Lasagna Roll Ups

  • 12 to 15 lasagna noodles (boiled)
  • 12 ounces ricotta cheese
  • 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup finely grated parmesan cheese, plus extra for sprinkling
  • 1 large egg
  • ¼ teaspoon dried sage
  • Kosher salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 cups freshly grated mozzarella or provolone cheese, divided

Béchamel Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Crispy Sage Topping

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 handful (about 15) fresh sage leaves

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to get it ready for baking the lasagna roll ups later.
  2. Cook Lasagna Noodles: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the lasagna noodles according to package directions, about 8 to 9 minutes, until al dente. Drain and immediately lay them flat on a kitchen towel or parchment paper sprayed with nonstick spray to prevent sticking.
  3. Prepare Filling: In a large bowl, whisk together ricotta cheese, pumpkin puree, grated parmesan, egg, dried sage, and a generous pinch of salt and pepper until fully combined.
  4. Assemble Roll Ups: Spoon about 3 tablespoons of the pumpkin-ricotta mixture onto each lasagna noodle. Distribute 1½ cups of the grated mozzarella evenly over the filling on all noodles. Spread the filling evenly and then roll up each noodle tightly from one end to form roll ups.
  5. Make Béchamel Sauce: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Whisk in the flour and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until golden and fragrant. Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Continue whisking until the sauce thickens, about 3 to 4 minutes. Reduce heat to low and season with salt, pepper, and freshly grated nutmeg. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  6. Prepare Baking Dish: Ladle about ½ cup of the béchamel sauce evenly into the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish or a 12-inch oven-safe skillet for easy baking.
  7. Arrange Roll Ups: Place the lasagna roll ups seam-side down in the baking dish. Pour the remaining béchamel sauce over the roll ups. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese and additional parmesan cheese on top.
  8. Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes until the cheese is melted, golden, and bubbly.
  9. Make Crispy Sage: While the roll ups bake, heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add fresh sage leaves and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the leaves are crispy but not burnt. Remove from heat.
  10. Serve: Remove the baked lasagna roll ups from the oven and top with the crispy sage leaves. Serve immediately with extra parmesan cheese for sprinkling, if desired.

Notes

  • Boil extra lasagna noodles beyond the required 12 in case some break during handling.
  • Leftover cooked noodles can be saved and used later with sauce for another meal.
  • If the pumpkin-ricotta mixture seems thin, you can add a little more parmesan or a small amount of flour to thicken slightly.
  • Fresh sage leaves give the best flavor and crisp texture when fried; dried sage is only used in the ricotta filling.
  • Béchamel sauce can be made ahead and refrigerated, just reheat gently before assembling.
  • Use provolone instead of mozzarella for a slight variation in flavor and texture.

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