Tuesday, November 24, 2009
5 Sensational Pumpkin Recipes
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I love pumpkin - it's
one of my favorite things about fall. Whether it's fresh
or canned, you can put this sweet squash in just about anything.
From sweet breads to savory dishes, pumpkin can enhance even the
simplest of recipes. Our 5 Sensational Pumpkin Recipes
highlight the best of this versatile fall squash.
Sensational Pumpkin Recipes
Pumpkin
Lasagna
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin
- 1/2 cup half-and-half cream
- 1 teaspoon dried sage leaves
- Dash pepper
- 9 no-cook lasagna noodles
- 1 cup reduced-fat ricotta cheese
- 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
- 3/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Directions
- In a small skillet, saute the mushrooms, onion and 1/4 teaspoon
salt in oil until tender; set aside. In a small bowl, combine the
pumpkin, cream, sage, pepper and remaining salt.
- Spread 1/2 cup pumpkin sauce in an 11-in. x 7-in. baking dish
coated with cooking spray. Top with three noodles (noodles will
overlap slightly). Spread 1/2 cup pumpkin sauce to edges of
noodles. Top with half of mushroom mixture, 1/2 cup ricotta, 1/2
cup mozzarella and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese. Repeat layers. Top with
remaining noodles and sauce.
- Cover and bake at 375° for 45 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with
remaining Parmesan cheese. Bake 10-15 minutes longer or until
cheese is melted. Let stand for 10 minutes before
cutting. Yield: 6 servings.
Looking for more Pumpkin Recipes?
By, Sarah James at tasteofhome.com
Related: thanksgiving, taste of home, recipes, pumpkin, fall
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Posted by Laurie Mon Nov 2, 2009 10:47am PST
Does John Krakauer cook with pumpkin very often?
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Posted by Chuck Mon Nov 2, 2009 10:58am PST
Has anyone actually eaten pumpkin lasagna?
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Posted by Mon Nov 2, 2009 11:53am PST
sorry, teacher, I know I uploaded my essay, I just can't remember where... but i did have a nice dinner last night, now that you mention it....
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Posted by Barbara Mon Nov 2, 2009 12:00pm PST
Yes, people actually eat pumpkin lasagna. Think of the pumpkin or squash filled raviolis--it's the same concept. The best pumpkin lasagna I have ever had was at the Winds Cafe in Yellow Springs, Ohio. Yummy. At least 5 or 6 layers of fresh pasta with pumpkin puree loaded with grated parmesan, romano, and fresh sage and sauteed onion. I tried to duplicate at home with OK results (I needed more onion and sage). Next time I'll add a bit of white sauce garnish and toasted hazelnuts on top.
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Posted by ChristineK Mon Nov 2, 2009 1:57pm PST
I love pumpkin, but not mushrooms! What can I substitue instead of mushrooms?
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Posted by Anne Mon Nov 2, 2009 2:06pm PST
Although this is different it sounds very good. I am going to try it tomorrow night. Will let you know how it comes out.
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Posted by Ibukun Mon Nov 2, 2009 2:41pm PST
i dont really like mushroom,but i can wait to try d recipe cos it makes my mouth water.
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Posted by mark r Tue Nov 3, 2009 2:31am PST
i like Lasagna with Captin Crunch
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Posted by Bonnie Tue Nov 3, 2009 2:43pm PST
I made the pumpkin lasagna last night and it was DELICIOUS. I don't care for ricotta cheese, so I threw in a mixed cheese combo instead and it's still great. It's super easy, I bought a bag of pre-sliced mushrooms, then 3 bags of cheese, I already had a can of pumpkin, and then bought store-brand lasagna for $1 and 1 onion. I don't have any type of milk in my house so I 'borrowed' some little half & half containers from work!!!
Yum Yum, you don't miss the tomato taste at all.
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