Roasted Butternut Squash Lasagna - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 8

Lunch

This Roasted Butternut Squash Lasagna is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Woman's Day Kitchen Nana inspired my love of cooking," says Lauren McInnes of Prides Crossing, MA. "Growing up, I was always in the kitchen, and she taught me how to make her famous roasted squash ravioli. Now I rarely have time to make fresh p

Ingredients

1 medium butternut squash
9 lasagna noodles
4 tbsp. unsalted butter
1/3 c. all-purpose flour
4 c. whole milk
1 bunch sage
1 c. grated Parmesan
1/4 tsp. freshly grated or ground nutmeg
kosher salt
Pepper
4 amaretti cookies (Italian almond cookies)
2 tbsp. olive oil
8 oz. mozzarella

Instructions

Heat oven to 425 degrees F. Cut the squash in half lengthwise, scoop out and discard the seeds, then place cut-side down in a baking dish. Add 1/4 cup water, cover with foil, and roast until tender, 40 to 45 minutes.
Meanwhile, cook the noodles according to package directions. Drain, rinse under cold water, and lay flat until ready to use.
Make the white sauce. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Add the flour and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes (do not let it brown). Gradually whisk in the milk. Add the sage and bring to a simmer. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sauce slightly thickens, 6 to 8 minutes. Remove from heat. Discard the sage, then stir in 1/2 cup Parmesan and 1/4 teaspoon each nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
Scoop out the squash and place the flesh into a large bowl (you should have about 4 cups). Add the cookies, oil, 1/4 cup Parmesan, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon each nutmeg and pepper, and mix to combine.
Spread 1 cup of the white sauce on the bottom of a 13- by 9-inch baking dish. Top with 3 noodles and 1 cup of the sauce. Dollop with a third of the squash mixture (about 1 1/3 cups), then gently swirl it into the sauce. Top with 2/3 cup of the mozzarella cheese; repeat twice. Sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan.
Cover with an oiled piece of foil and bake for 15 minutes. Uncover and bake until golden brown, 5 to 10 minutes more. Let sit for 10 minutes before serving.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roasted Butternut Squash Lasagna good for PCOS?

Yes, this Roasted Butternut Squash Lasagna recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 8 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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