Recipe: Lasagne Rolls
Description: Adapted from a recipe found in an old cookbook, these Lasagne Rolls offer a flexible canvas for culinary creativity. With the ability to incorporate various meats, sauces, vegetables, cheeses, spices, and herbs, this dish invites experimentation. Perfect for busy weeknights or family cooking sessions, these rolls can also be prepared in advance and frozen for later enjoyment. Get ready for a messy yet delightful experience rolling them up with children!
Recipe Details:
- Preparation Time: 45 minutes
- Cooking Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour and 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves undefined (can vary depending on appetite and serving size)
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 1069
- Fat Content: 37.3g
- Saturated Fat Content: 17.3g
- Cholesterol Content: 148.7mg
- Sodium Content: 1702.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 109.8g
- Fiber Content: 4.4g
- Sugar Content: 20.3g
- Protein Content: 69.5g
Ingredients:
- 1 package frozen chopped spinach
- 1 package part-skim mozzarella cheese (16 oz), divided
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 pound ground hamburger
- 1 cup low-fat ricotta cheese
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cups spaghetti sauce, divided
Instructions:
-
Cook Pasta: Start by cooking the lasagne noodles according to the package directions. Once cooked, drain and rinse them under cold water until completely cool. Ensure thorough drainage to prevent excess moisture in the rolls.
-
Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a baking dish (preferably 11×7 inches) by lightly greasing it to prevent sticking.
-
Prepare Spinach: Thaw the frozen chopped spinach and squeeze out as much water as possible. Excess moisture can make the filling too watery, so ensure it’s well-drained.
-
Mix Filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained spinach, half of the shredded mozzarella cheese (8 oz), ricotta cheese, ground hamburger, cottage cheese, and 1/2 cup of spaghetti sauce. Stir well until all ingredients are thoroughly blended. Season with salt and pepper according to your taste preferences.
-
Layer Baking Dish: Spread 1/2 cup of tomato sauce evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish. This will prevent the rolls from sticking and add extra flavor to the bottom layer.
-
Fill and Roll: Lay out the cooked lasagne noodles flat and spoon the filling mixture evenly down the center of each noodle. Carefully roll up each noodle, similar to a jelly roll, enclosing the filling inside. Arrange the rolled noodles side by side in the baking dish.
-
Coat with Sauce: Pour the remaining spaghetti sauce over the top of the rolled noodles, ensuring they are evenly coated. This sauce will add moisture and flavor to the dish as it bakes.
-
Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the remaining shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese over the top of the rolls. This cheesy topping will melt and create a delicious golden crust as the rolls bake.
-
Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 40 minutes, or until the center of the rolls is heated through, and the sauce is bubbling around the edges.
-
Rest and Serve: Once baked, remove the lasagne rolls from the oven and let them stand for about 10 minutes to cool slightly and allow the flavors to meld together. Serve warm and enjoy the cheesy goodness!
These Lasagne Rolls are a versatile and family-friendly dish that’s sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire. Get creative with the fillings and sauces to suit your taste preferences, and don’t forget to involve the little ones in the kitchen for a fun cooking experience! 🍝🧀
