Description

Lasagna Roll Ups are a hearty and comforting meal filled with savory flavors and simple ingredients. Perfect for a family dinner with easy prep and delightful taste.

Ingredients

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12 regular lasagna noodles cooked to al dente per package directions
1 lb ground beef or italian sausage
1 small onion diced
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
3 cloves garlic minced
4 cups prepared marinara sauce (i.e. bertolli four cheese or similar)
1 16 oz package frozen spinach thawed, squeeze dry
1 15 oz container ricotta cheese
3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, plus 2 tbsp for top
1 tbsp prepared basil pesto
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
1 large egg lightly beaten
3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese or mozzarella provolone blend divided use
2 tbsp chopped parsley

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Instructions

Cook lasagna noodles in salted water per package directions until al dente. Carefully drain, then separate and lay flat on parchment paper. Set aside.
In a medium pot, cook onion and ground beef (or Italian sausage) in olive oil over medium-high heat until no pink remains. Add salt and garlic, and cook for an additional minute.
Drain the fat from the pan and add marinara sauce. Simmer uncovered over medium heat for 10 minutes, then set aside (this can be done in advance and chilled until assembling).
In a small mixing bowl, mix together spinach, ricotta, 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese, basil pesto, red pepper flakes, and beaten egg.
Preheat oven to 375°F. Spray a 13×9-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
Assemble the dish by spreading each lasagna noodle with the spinach-ricotta mixture and sprinkling with half of the shredded mozzarella cheese. Roll from one end and place seam side down.
Pour half of the meat sauce into the bottom of the baking dish and arrange the roll-ups seam side down. Repeat until all noodles are used, then add the reserved sauce on top.
Cover loosely with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Uncover, sprinkle with each reserved cup of cheese and 2 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese.
Return to the oven and bake uncovered for an additional 15-20 minutes or until the sauce is bubbly and the cheese is golden brown.
Let stand for 5 minutes, then serve garnished with chopped fresh parsley.

Notes

For a vegetarian option, substitute ground beef or sausage with mushrooms or zucchini.
You can prepare the roll-ups ahead of time and refrigerate them before baking. Adjust baking time as needed.
To add extra flavor, use fresh herbs like basil or oregano in the filling.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 roll-up
Calories: 320
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 640mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 17g
Cholesterol: 70mg