Description

This comforting lasagna roll-ups recipe offers cheesy, baked goodness in every bite without the fuss of traditional layered lasagna. Perfect for busy weeknights or dinner parties, it combines creamy ricotta, melted mozzarella, and savory marinara in neat, individual bundles.

Ingredients

Scale

12 lasagna noodles (regular or no-boil)
1 ½ cups ricotta cheese (whole milk recommended)
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 large egg, room temperature
¼ cup fresh basil, chopped (optional)
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 cups marinara sauce
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease your 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil or cooking spray.
If using regular noodles, boil them in salted water for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and lay flat on a clean kitchen towel to prevent sticking.
In a medium bowl, combine ricotta, 1 ½ cups mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, chopped basil, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Mix just until combined.
Spoon about 1 cup of marinara sauce evenly across the bottom of your baking dish.
Lay one lasagna noodle flat. Spread about ¼ cup of the cheese mixture evenly over the noodle, leaving a small border on the edges. Carefully roll the noodle from one end to the other, tucking the filling inside.
Place the roll-ups seam side down in the baking dish, arranging them snugly in rows.
Pour the remaining marinara sauce evenly over the assembled roll-ups. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup mozzarella cheese on top.
Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
Let the dish sit for about 10 minutes after baking before serving.

Notes

Use no-boil noodles to save time and ensure sauce has enough moisture. Avoid overmixing the cheese filling to keep it light and creamy. Rest the dish for 10 minutes after baking for easier serving and better flavor melding. Freeze assembled roll-ups on a baking sheet before transferring to a container for longer storage.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: About 2 roll-ups
Calories: 475
Sugar: 7
Sodium: 700
Fat: 22
Saturated Fat: 12
Carbohydrates: 40
Fiber: 3
Protein: 25

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