Description
Lasagna Roll Ups are a delightful twist on the classic Italian dish, providing all the rich flavors you love without the hassle. These flavorful rolls feature layers of savory ground beef, creamy ricotta, and gooey mozzarella, making them perfect for family dinners or gatherings. Not only are they easy to prepare, but they also freeze well, allowing for delicious meals on busy days. With endless customization options—like swapping ground beef for turkey or adding your favorite vegetables—this Lasagna Roll Ups Recipe is sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 lasagna noodles
- 1 pound ground beef
- 24 ounces marinara sauce
- 16 ounces ricotta cheese
- 3 cups mozzarella cheese
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese (finely shredded)
- ¼ cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ cup yellow onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté ground beef with olive oil until browned. Add diced onions and garlic; cook until translucent.
- Stir in marinara sauce and let simmer for a few minutes.
- Cook lasagna noodles according to package instructions; drain and cool.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese with egg, half the Parmesan, mozzarella, and parsley until combined.
- Spread the ricotta mixture over each noodle, top with meat sauce, then roll up tightly.
- Place seam-side down in a baking dish and cover with remaining meat sauce and mozzarella.
- Cover with foil and bake for 38 minutes; uncover and bake an additional 2 minutes until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll up (150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg