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Lasagna Roll Ups Recipe

Lasagna Roll Ups Recipe
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Lasagna Roll Ups are a creative and delicious twist on traditional lasagna, featuring tender noodles filled with a creamy ricotta and mozzarella mixture, rolled up with savory ground beef marinara sauce, baked to bubbly perfection, and topped with melted cheese and fresh parsley.

Ingredients

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Pasta

  • 12 lasagna noodles (cooked to package instructions)

Meat Sauce

  • 16 oz ground beef (85% lean)
  • 24 oz marinara sauce
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 3 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1 tsp sea salt (or to taste for red sauce)
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper (or to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano

Cheese Filling

  • 15 oz ricotta cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese (shredded)
  • 3 cups mozzarella cheese (shredded, divided)
  • 1/4 cup parsley (chopped, plus more to garnish)

Instructions

  1. Cook the noodles: Preheat your oven to 375˚F. Boil the lasagna noodles in a large pot of salted water according to the package directions until al dente. Once cooked, drain the noodles and immediately transfer them to a pot or bowl of cold water to halt the cooking and prevent them from sticking.
  2. Prepare the Meat Sauce: In a deep pan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until no longer pink, breaking it up with a spatula for about 2 minutes. Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in minced garlic, sea salt, black pepper, and dried oregano, cooking another minute until fragrant. Pour in the marinara sauce, bring to a gentle simmer, then turn off heat. Spread 1/2 cup of this meat sauce on the bottom of your casserole dish to prevent sticking.
  3. Mix the Cheese Filling: In a large bowl, thoroughly combine ricotta cheese, the egg, shredded Parmesan, 1 1/2 cups of shredded mozzarella, and chopped parsley until smooth and well incorporated.
  4. Assemble the Roll Ups: Lay the cooked noodles flat on a large baking sheet in a single layer to keep them from sticking. Spread about 1/4 cup of the cheese mixture evenly over each noodle, then add a heaping tablespoon of meat sauce in a strip down the center. Carefully roll each noodle up, then arrange the roll-ups seam side down in the casserole dish.
  5. Top and Cover: Spoon the remaining meat sauce evenly over the top of all the roll-ups. Sprinkle the remaining 1 1/2 cups of mozzarella cheese over the meat sauce. Cover the casserole tightly with aluminum foil, making sure the foil does not touch the cheese. If the pan is shallow, you can insert toothpicks into the rolls to keep the foil from touching the cheese.
  6. Bake and Broil: Bake the covered casserole at 375˚F for 40 minutes until heated through and bubbling. Remove the foil and broil for 2 to 3 minutes more, just until the cheese is lightly golden and bubbly. Garnish with additional fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Be careful not to overcook the noodles; al dente noodles will hold their shape better when rolled.
  • You can prepare the roll ups a day ahead and refrigerate before baking, adjusting the baking time slightly if baking from cold.
  • If you prefer, use ground turkey or a plant-based meat substitute for a lighter or vegetarian variation.
  • Keep the foil from touching the cheese during baking to prevent sticking and uneven browning.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently in the oven.

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