Follow these steps for perfect results
butternut squash
halved and seeded
red onion
diced
olive oil
dried thyme
frozen spinach
salt
pepper
nutmeg
for grating
fresh lasagne pasta sheets
feta cheese
crumbled
parmesan cheese
grated
garlic
thinly sliced
olive oil
tomato puree
salt
pepper
Preheat oven to 200°C.
Roast butternut squash halves flesh side up on a baking sheet for 50-60 minutes until fork-tender.
Dice red onion and cook with thyme in olive oil over medium-low heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in frozen spinach, cover, and cook for 15 minutes, or until liquid has evaporated.
Remove squash skin and mash the flesh with a fork.
Season squash and spinach with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
Fry thinly sliced garlic in olive oil over medium heat until lightly golden.
Pour in tomato puree, bring to a boil, simmer for 3 minutes, and season with salt and pepper.
Transfer the sauce to an ovenproof dish.
Lay out fresh lasagne pasta sheets on a clean surface.
Brush pasta sheets with water.
Evenly spread the mashed squash over the pasta sheets.
Sprinkle cooked spinach over the squash and crumble feta cheese on top.
Roll up the pasta sheets tightly and cut each roll into 3-4 chunks.
Place rotoli side by side in the tomato sauce in the ovenproof dish.
Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and drizzle with olive oil.
Cover with aluminum foil and bake at 180°C for 35-40 minutes until golden and crisp.
Remove foil halfway through baking.
Expert advice for the best results
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the tomato sauce for a little heat.
Use fresh herbs like basil or parsley to garnish the finished dish.
Make sure to drain the spinach well to avoid a watery filling.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
Can be assembled ahead of time and baked just before serving.
Serve individual slices of rotolo on a plate, drizzled with a little extra tomato sauce and garnished with fresh basil.
Serve with a side salad and crusty bread.
Pairs well with tomato-based sauces.
Light and crisp white.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Comfort food often served during family gatherings.
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