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Easy Lasagna Roll Ups

Comforting and cheesy, these Easy Lasagna Roll Ups are a family-friendly dinner option that's as fun to make as it is to eat.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Noodles and Sauce
  • 12 pieces lasagna noodles
  • 2 cups marinara sauce, divided
Filling
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, freshly ground, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Boil the lasagna noodles in a large pot of salted water per package directions until al dente. Drain and arrange the noodles flat on parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant and translucent.
  4. Incorporate the ground beef, cooking until browned throughout. Drain any excess fat.
  5. Stir in 1 cup of marinara sauce with the cooked beef mixture and allow it to cool slightly.
  6. In a separate bowl, blend the ricotta cheese, egg, 1/4 cup of the grated Parmesan, salt, and black pepper until creamy and smooth.
Assembly
  1. Spread a layer of the ricotta mixture onto each lasagna noodle. Spoon a portion of meat sauce evenly over the cheese, and carefully roll up each noodle with the seam on the bottom.
  2. Coat the base of a large baking dish with the remaining marinara sauce. Arrange the rolled noodles seam-side down in the dish.
  3. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese and the remaining Parmesan. Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  4. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbling.
  5. Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving hot.

Notes

If you have leftovers, they last up to 3-5 days in the fridge in an airtight container. For long-term storage, freeze for up to 3 months.