Description
Dinner in a pinch? These golden lasagna roll-ups are your culinary safety net. Picture creamy ricotta, tender beef, and bright spinach, all swirled into pasta scrolls and topped with melty mozzarella. No slicing, no chaos—just cozy, satisfying bundles that bake beautifully and freeze like champs. Whether it’s meal prep Sunday or last-minute Wednesday, these roll-ups have your back!
Ingredients
• 12 lasagna noodles, cooked al dente
• 1 lb ground beef (or turkey/chicken)
• 2 cups marinara sauce (plus extra if freezing)
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella (plus more for topping)
• 1 egg
• 1 cup chopped spinach (fresh or thawed & drained)
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• Salt & pepper to taste
• Optional: Fresh basil/parsley for garnish
Instructions
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Prep Oven: Preheat to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13″ dish.
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Cook Filling: Brown beef with garlic, seasoning, salt & pepper (5–7 mins). Stir in 1 cup marinara. Cool slightly.
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Mix Ricotta: Combine ricotta, egg, spinach, 1 cup mozzarella, and a pinch of salt.
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Assemble Rolls: Spread 2 tbsp ricotta mix + 1.5 tbsp beef on each noodle. Roll snugly and place seam-down in dish.
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Top & Bake: Spoon remaining marinara over rolls. Add more mozzarella. Cover with foil.
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Bake 25 Mins: Remove foil for last 5 mins to brown cheese.
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Freeze Option: Cool fully, then freeze. Reheat from frozen with 2 tbsp sauce, bake covered 35–45 mins at 375°F.
Notes
• Don’t overfill! Less = easier rolling
• Slightly wet hands = smoother assembly
• Try soaking no-boil noodles in hot water if needed
Nutrition
- Calories: 480 kcal per serving
- Fat: 24g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 34g