Description
Lasagna roll-ups are a delightful twist on the classic lasagna dish, featuring rolled pasta filled with a savory mixture of cheeses and meat sauce, baked until bubbly and golden.
Ingredients
- Lasagna noodles: 12 sheets
- Ricotta cheese: 2 cups
- Mozzarella cheese: 2 cups, shredded
- Marinara sauce: 3 cups
- Ground beef: 1 lb (450 g)
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
- Onion: 1 medium, finely chopped
- Fresh basil: 1/4 cup, chopped
- Parmesan cheese: 1/2 cup, grated
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
- Salt and pepper: to taste
Instructions
- Cook the lasagna noodles in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and lay flat on a clean kitchen towel.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until translucent, about 3 to 4 minutes. Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 5 to 7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, then stir in 1 cup of marinara sauce and simmer for a few minutes.
- Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish. Take one lasagna noodle, spread 2 to 3 tablespoons of ricotta mixture along its length, add a spoonful of meat sauce, and roll it up tightly. Place seam-side down in the baking dish. Repeat with remaining noodles.
- Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the roll-ups and sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese. Cover with aluminum foil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- Consider using no-boil lasagna noodles to save time.
- Adjust the filling based on dietary preferences, such as using turkey or plant-based options.
- Let the roll-ups cool slightly before serving to help them hold their shape.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll-up
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: lasagna roll-ups, Italian, family dinner, comfort food