Description
Homemade lasagna roll ups deliver classic Italian comfort wrapped in cheesy, herb-infused layers of pure deliciousness. Comfort meets culinary creativity with these simple yet elegant pasta rolls packed with rich ricotta and marinara magic that welcomes you to savor each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 12 uncooked lasagna noodles
- 15 ounces (425 grams) ricotta cheese
- 16 ounces (454 grams) frozen spinach, thawed
- 3 cups mozzarella cheese
- 1 (24 ounce / 680 grams) jar marinara sauce
Cheese and Seasoning:
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Pepper to taste
Optional Garnish:
- Fresh basil, chopped
- Parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 375F (190C) to prepare for baking the lasagna roll ups.
- Boil lasagna noodles in salted water until perfectly tender, then carefully drain and set aside to cool slightly.
- Create a creamy filling by thoroughly blending ricotta cheese, thawed spinach, mozzarella, parmesan, egg, and seasonings in a mixing bowl until smooth and well-integrated.
- Coat the bottom of a baking dish with a thin layer of marinara sauce to prevent sticking and add initial flavor.
- Lay each noodle flat and generously spread the ricotta mixture across its entire surface, ensuring even coverage.
- Carefully roll each noodle from one end to the other, creating compact and uniform roll ups.
- Arrange the rolled noodles in the prepared baking dish, positioning them seam-side down to maintain their shape.
- Drench the roll ups with remaining marinara sauce, ensuring complete coverage.
- Generously sprinkle additional mozzarella cheese over the top of the roll ups for a golden, melted finish.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Remove foil and continue baking for 10 more minutes until cheese turns bubbly and slightly golden.
- Optional: Garnish with fresh basil or chopped parsley for a vibrant presentation.
- Serve immediately while hot and cheese is still melted.
Notes
- Drain spinach thoroughly to prevent watery filling, using a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth to squeeze out excess moisture.
- For gluten-free version, substitute traditional lasagna noodles with gluten-free pasta sheets or zucchini slices.
- Customize cheese blend by mixing in ricotta with cottage cheese for lighter texture and reduced fat content.
- Prep roll-ups ahead of time and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking, making meal planning easier for busy families.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 590 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg