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Squash, raisin, and pine nut lasagna

Recipe Information

Description:
Squash, raisin, and pine nut lasagna is a delicious Italian recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 30 minutes of prep time and about 30 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 1 hour. The overall cooking skill level is considered intermediate. This recipe will yield 8 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 8
Preparation Time 30 Minutes
Cook Time 30 Minutes
Total Time 1 Hour
Difficulty Intermediate
Main Ingredient Squash; Raisins; Pine Nuts; Lasagna Noodles
Category Fruit; Nuts, Fats, & Oils; Pasta
Meal Dinner
Type Main Dish
Cuisine Italian
Cook Method Boiling; Baking
Diet

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour

  • 2 1/2 cups of fat free evaporated milk

  • 2 medium minced garlic cloves

  • 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1/8 teaspoon salt

  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

  • 10 ounces lasagna noodles (about 12 noodles), cooked al dente

  • 1 cup part-skim, shredded mozzarella cheese

  • 3/4 cup seedless raisins

  • 2 tablespoons chopped pine nuts

Directions

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F.

  • Add the flour to a small saucepan and gradually whisk in the milk and garlic.

  • Over low heat, stir constantly until the sauce simmers and is thickened, should take approximately 3 minutes.

  • Remove from heat and then add in the Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.

  • Cover the bottom of a 9x13-inch pan with 1/4 cup of the cheese sauce and cover with 3 lasagna noodles. Place 1/3 of squash and 1/2 cup of cheese sauce over the noodles. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup of raisins and 1/2-cup mozzarella cheese.

  • Top with 3 more lasagna noodles and then add the remaining squash and raisins. Top with the last 3 lasagna noodles, pressing sheets firmly down.

  • Cover with remaining cheese sauce; sprinkle with pine nuts and remaining mozzarella cheese.

  • Cook for about 30 minutes or until the lasagna bubbles around the edges and is browned on top.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 384 cal

  • Total fat: 9g

  • Cholesterol: 22mg

  • Sodium: 663mg

  • Carbohydrate: 56g

  • Fiber: 3g

  • Protein: 21g