Gluten-Free Pumpkin Stuffed Lasagna Rolls

The Filling

While pureed pumpkin is great on it’s own, ricotta cheese and rosemary are the secret ingredients that bring this filling to the next level!

First thing’s first, the pumpkin puree. There are two different options here. One, regular canned pumpkin puree (note: not to be confused with pumpkin pie filling). The second option is roasting a baking pumpkin and using the insides for the filling. Either option works and there’s really not much of a difference in taste!

Once you have the pumpkin filling, add the ricotta cheese and rosemary sprigs. Stir together until thoroughly combined and very creamy. That’s it! The filling is so easy to make, and just like the rest of the recipe, comes together in just minutes.

The Noodles

Now that the filling is ready, it’s time for the noodles.

Gluten-free lasagna noodles have a bad habit of falling apart. These brown rice lasagna noodles are the best out there! Not only do they hold up well, but they have a similar consistency and taste to that of regular lasagna.

Start by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil, then add about 15 lasagna sheets. NOTE: be sure to avoid the lasagna noodles sticking together as they cook.

Once the noodles are al dente, drain the water and allow the noodles to cool. Then, place the noodles in a greased baking dish. Add the filling to the middle of the lasagna noodles, then top with shredded mozzarella cheese. Carefully roll the lasagna noodle, then repeat with the rest!

Of course, what would these lasagna rolls be without the decadent brown butter sage sauce?

Melt one stick of unsalted butter over medium heat, then add five sage leaves. Reduce the heat to medium-low and continue stirring for about seven to ten minutes until the sauce is a rich brown. Place a colander over a bowl, and strain the sauce. Then, pour the sauce over the lasagna rolls.

Finishing the Lasagna Rolls

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and bake the lasagna rolls for 15 minutes uncovered. Once the edges turn up slightly and are crispy, remove from the oven. Top with a handful of mozzarella cheese and toasted pumpkin seeds. Then, enjoy!