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Butternut Squash and Kale Lasagna: The Best Comfort Food Delight

Butternut Squash and Kale Lasagna
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A comforting and delicious vegetarian lasagna featuring butternut squash and kale.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large butternut squash
  • 1 bunch kale, chopped
  • 12 lasagna noodles
  • 2 cups ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 2 cups marinara sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Peel and cube the butternut squash, then steam until tender.
  3. In a large bowl, mix the steamed squash, kale, ricotta cheese, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
  4. Spread some marinara sauce at the bottom of a lasagna dish.
  5. Layer with cooked lasagna noodles, followed by the cheese mixture, marinara sauce, and mozzarella cheese.
  6. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with mozzarella and parmesan on top.
  7. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes, then remove foil and bake for another 15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  8. Let it cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For added flavor, consider sautéing the kale with olive oil and garlic before adding it to the cheese mixture.
  • Feel free to substitute lasagna noodles with whole wheat or gluten-free options.

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