Roasted Butternut Squash and Garlic Lasagna

Ingredients and Weight:

• Butternut squash (2 lb)
• Garlic cloves (1 head)
• Olive oil (1/2 cup)
• Salt and pepper (to taste)
• Lasagna noodles (16 oz)
• Whole milk (4 cups)
• All-purpose flour (1/4 cup)
• Nutmeg (1/4 teaspoon)
• Parmesan cheese, grated (2 cups)
• Spinach (1 lb)
• Mushrooms (1 lb)
• Onions (1 cup)
• Garlic powder (1 tablespoon)
• Italian seasoning (1 tablespoon)

Preparation Time: 45 minutes

Cooking Time: 60 minutes

Difficulty Level: 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Cut squash in half and scoop out seeds. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast for 45 minutes or until tender.
3. Mince garlic and sauté in a pan with a drizzle of olive oil until fragrant.
4. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth.
5. Season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes or until thickened.
6. In a separate pan, sauté spinach, mushrooms, and onions with garlic powder and Italian seasoning until softened.
7. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
8. Layer bottom of dish with lasagna noodles, followed by roasted squash, spinach mixture, and white sauce.
9. Repeat layers twice more.
10. Top with Parmesan cheese.
11. Bake for 30 minutes or until bubbly and cheese is melted.
12. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 550
• Fat: 25g
• Protein: 20g
• Carbohydrates: 60g
• Fiber: 5g
• Sugar: 10g

Dish Characteristics:

• Creamy and flavorful white sauce
• Tender roasted butternut squash
• Sautéed spinach, mushrooms, and onions
• Comforting and hearty
• Vegetarian-friendly

User Comments:

• "This lasagna was delicious! The squash added a unique and sweet flavor."
• "The sauce was perfectly creamy and the lasagna was cooked to perfection."
• "I loved the addition of spinach and mushrooms, it made it so much more flavorful."
• "This is a great vegetarian option that everyone will enjoy."
• "I will definitely be making this lasagna again!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use fresh roasted squash for the best flavor.
• Adjust the seasoning to taste.
• Let the lasagna rest before serving to allow the flavors to meld.