Welcome to a culinary journey that blends the earthy flavors of pumpkin and mushrooms in a symphony of lasagna. This delectable dish is a perfect harmony of textures and tastes, featuring layers of tender lasagna sheets, a creamy pumpkin sauce, sautéed mushrooms, a rich cheese filling, and a crispy Parmesan crust. Each bite is an explosion of flavors, offering a comforting and satisfying meal. In this article, we'll take you through three variations of this enticing lasagna: a classic pumpkin and mushroom lasagna, a vegetarian version with roasted butternut squash, and a gluten-free option using zucchini sheets. Get ready to indulge in a lasagna experience like no other, as we reveal the secrets to creating this culinary masterpiece in your own kitchen.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
PUMPKIN LOVERS LASAGNA
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 1h50m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Bring a few inches water to a boil in a large pot and add salt. Cook the escarole for 5 minutes, then drain.
- Cover the garlic cloves with water in a saucepan and simmer for 20 minutes. Drain and let cool. Squish the garlic pulp from the jackets into a bowl and mash with a fork.
- Meanwhile, melt 3 tablespoons butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the sage and stir. Add the squash, stir and season with salt and pepper. Add the chicken stock and cook, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes. All the stock should be absorbed and the squash should be lightly browned and tender. Remove from the heat.
- Melt the remaining 3 tablespoons butter in another medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk for 1 minute. Whisk in the milk and mashed garlic and season with salt, pepper and a little nutmeg. Cook until slightly thickened (the sauce should just coat the back of the spoon evenly without breaking up on the spoon's surface).
- Whisk together the pumpkin puree, 2 eggs and some salt and pepper in a small bowl.
- In another bowl, whisk together the ricotta, half the Parmigiano-Reggiano and the remaining egg.
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Soak the lasagna sheets in water for 5 minutes.
- Pour about half the garlic sauce into the bottom of a 9 by 11-inch baking dish. Add a layer of lasagna sheets and then half the pumpkin mixture. Make another layer of lasagna sheets and spread with all of the ricotta mixture, followed by the squash and then escarole. Top with half the Fontina, another layer of lasagna sheets, the remaining pumpkin and another layer of lasagna sheets. Finish with the remaining garlic sauce and sprinkle with the remaining Parmigiano-Reggiano and Fontina.
- Bake the lasagna, covered, for 45 minutes. Raise the oven temperature to 400 degrees F and continue to bake, uncovered, for 15 minutes more. Let rest for 15 minutes, then cut and serve.
PUMPKIN LASAGNA
I especially like this comforting fall dish because it's vegetarian. Even friends who aren't big fans of pumpkin are surprised by this delectable lasagna. Canned pumpkin and no-cook noodles make it a cinch to prepare. -Tamara Huron, New Market, Alabama
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a small skillet, saute the mushrooms, onion and 1/4 teaspoon salt in oil until tender; set aside. In a small bowl, combine the pumpkin, cream, sage, pepper and remaining salt., Spread 1/2 cup pumpkin sauce in an 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Top with 3 noodles (noodles will overlap slightly). Spread 1/2 cup pumpkin sauce to edges of noodles. Top with half of mushroom mixture, 1/2 cup ricotta, 1/2 cup mozzarella and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese. Repeat layers. Top with remaining noodles and sauce., Cover and bake at 375° for 45 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese. Bake 10-15 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting. Freeze option: Cover and freeze unbaked lasagna. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 375°. Bake as directed, increasing time as necessary to heat through and for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165°.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 497mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
PUMPKIN AND MUSHROOM LASAGNA
Make and share this Pumpkin and Mushroom Lasagna recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Battle in Seattle
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 2h
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large pot, sauté the onions in the oil for five minutes. Add the mushrooms and sauté for another five minutes, until the mushrooms are somewhat wilted. Add the sage, 1/2 teaspoons of salt, and the wine or stock and simmer on low heat for five minutes. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, stir together the eggs, pumpkin, ricotta cheese, pepper, nutmeg and remaining salt. Set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Dip out about 1/2 cup of the liquid from the sautéed mushrooms and pour it into the prepared baking dish. Cover the bottom with a layer of lasagna noodles arranged close together. Evenly spread on half of the pumpkin mixture. Spoon on about a third of the sautéed mushrooms and sprinkle with 1/2 cup of ricotta salata. Add a second layer of noodles followed by the remaining pumpkin mixture, another third of the sautéed mushrooms, and 1/2 cup of ricotta salata. Finish with a third layer of noodles thoroughly moistened by the last third of the sautéed mushrooms. Evenly sprinkle on 1/2 cup of ricotta salata and top with the grated Pecorino.
- Cover tightly with foil and bake for 50 minutes. Uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes, until the lasagna is bubbly, the noodles are tender, and the top is browned. Remove from the oven and let stand for about 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 545.6, Fat 15.9, SaturatedFat 8.5, Cholesterol 93.5, Sodium 402.8, Carbohydrate 54.8, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 8.5, Protein 21.2
Tips:
- Use a variety of mushrooms. This will give your lasagna a more complex flavor. Some good options include shiitake, oyster, and button mushrooms.
- Don't overcook the mushrooms. They should be tender but still have a little bit of bite to them.
- Use a good quality pumpkin puree. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your lasagna.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different cheeses. You can use a variety of cheeses to make a lasagna that is rich and flavorful.
- Let the lasagna rest for a few minutes before serving. This will help it to set and make it easier to slice.
Conclusion:
Pumpkin and mushroom lasagna is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a fall meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover pumpkin puree. This recipe is easy to follow and can be made with ingredients that you probably already have on hand. So next time you are looking for a comforting and flavorful meal, give this pumpkin and mushroom lasagna a try.
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