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Irresistible Butternut Squash Cannelloni Recipe Perfect for Fall

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A comforting yet elegant dish that celebrates the best of fall flavors with creamy butternut squash and ricotta cheese wrapped in tender pasta sheets.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups butternut squash, roasted and mashed
  • 1 1/2 cups full-fat ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 tsp freshly grated nutmeg
  • 6–8 fresh sage leaves, finely chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 12 fresh lasagna sheets or dry cannelloni tubes
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1–2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Peel and cube the butternut squash into 1-inch pieces. Toss with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, a pinch of salt, and black pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, or until tender. Let cool slightly.
  3. Transfer the roasted squash to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Add a splash of water or olive oil if the mixture is too thick.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the squash puree, ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup of Parmesan, the egg, sage, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined.
  5. If using fresh lasagna sheets, cut them into smaller rectangles (about 4 inches wide). If using dry cannelloni tubes, cook them slightly according to package instructions until pliable but not fully cooked.
  6. Spoon or pipe the filling into the center of each pasta sheet and roll into a tube, or fill the cannelloni tubes directly.
  7. Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce evenly on the bottom of your baking dish. Arrange the filled cannelloni in a single layer over the sauce.
  8. Cover the cannelloni with the remaining marinara sauce, sprinkle with the remaining Parmesan and mozzarella. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown.
  9. Let the cannelloni rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra sage leaves if desired.

Notes

[‘Roasting the squash enhances its natural sweetness.’, ‘Season generously to balance the sweetness of the squash.’, ‘Fresh pasta sheets are easier to roll and create a tender texture.’, ‘Grease the baking dish with olive oil to prevent sticking.’, ‘Avoid overstuffing the pasta to prevent bursting during baking.’]

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Keywords: butternut squash, cannelloni, fall recipe, comfort food, Italian, pasta, ricotta, vegetarian, autumn flavors

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