Italian Meatball Lasagna Roll-Ups
A delicious twist on classic lasagna, these roll-ups are packed with meatballs, cheese, and marinara, making them perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
For the Roll-Ups
- 12 pieces lasagna noodles, cooked
- 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 piece egg
- to taste Salt and pepper
- for garnish Fresh basil (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef or sausage, breadcrumbs, ricotta cheese, egg, salt, and pepper.
- Lay out the cooked lasagna noodles and spread a layer of the meat mixture along each noodle.
- Roll the noodles up tightly and place them seam-side down in a baking dish.
- Pour marinara sauce over the roll-ups and sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
Baking
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
Serve hot from the oven. Excellent with extra marinara sauce on the side and a simple green salad or garlic bread. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days, or frozen before baking for up to three months.