Try this pumpkin and leek lasagna for a cozy Italian meal.

Lasagne zucca e porri

Discover the delicious world of Italian recipes with our Pumpkin and Leek Lasagna. This vegetarian dish is perfect for a cozy family Sunday lunch or a special dinner. With its autumnal flavors, it’s an appetizing and elegant alternative to traditional lasagna.

The natural sweetness of pumpkin pairs beautifully with the delicate taste of leeks, creating a soft and enveloping filling. Layered with fresh homemade pasta, creamy béchamel, and Parmigiano Reggiano, this dish bakes to a golden perfection, offering a rich and inviting flavor.

If you’re looking for a vegetarian lasagna recipe for a special occasion, this is the one to try. Enjoy this comforting autumn dish and explore other pumpkin lasagna recipes:

• Pumpkin Lasagna
• Pumpkin and Sausage Lasagna
• Pumpkin and Speck Lasagna
• Porcini, Pumpkin, and Gorgonzola Lasagna

Ingredients

• Fresh pasta sheets
• 500g pumpkin
• 2 leeks
• 500ml béchamel sauce
• 100g Parmigiano Reggiano
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F).
2. Clean and slice the leeks, then sauté them in olive oil until soft.
3. Dice the pumpkin and add it to the leeks, cooking until tender. Season with salt and pepper.
4. In a baking dish, spread a layer of béchamel sauce, then add a layer of pasta sheets.
5. Layer the pumpkin and leek mixture over the pasta, sprinkle with Parmigiano Reggiano, and repeat the layers.
6. Finish with a layer of béchamel and a generous sprinkle of Parmigiano Reggiano.
7. Bake for 30-40 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly.

Enjoy your homemade Pumpkin and Leek Lasagna, a perfect example of comforting Italian cuisine!

Total Time

Preparation: 30 min, Cooking: 40 min, Total: 70 min

Cuisine

Italian