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These Lasagna Rolls are a creative twist on traditional lasagna, featuring a creamy ricotta filling and savory marinara sauce. A perfect vegetarian dish, these individual servings are great for dinner parties, casual meals, and make-ahead meals.
For the Sauce:
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups whole milk
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
Pinch ground nutmeg
For the Lasagna Rolls:
1 (15-ounce) container whole milk ricotta cheese
1 (10-ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 large egg, beaten
3/4 teaspoon salt, plus more for salting water
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 to 2 tablespoons olive oil
12 uncooked lasagna noodles
2 cups marinara sauce
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (about 4 ounces)
Prepare the Sauce:
In a medium saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium-low heat.
Add 4 teaspoons flour and whisk for 3 minutes until golden.
Gradually add 1 1/4 cups milk, whisking until thickened (about 3 minutes).
Season with 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg. Set aside.
Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Noodles:
Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C).
Boil salted water and add 1-2 tablespoons olive oil. Cook 12 lasagna noodles until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and arrange them in a single layer on a baking sheet.
Prepare the Ricotta Mixture:
In a bowl, mix ricotta, thawed spinach, 1 cup Parmesan, egg, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper until smooth.
Assemble the Lasagna Rolls:
Butter a 13×9-inch baking dish and spread a bit of the sauce on the bottom.
Lay out 4 noodles and spread 3 tablespoons ricotta mixture on each.
Roll each noodle tightly like a jelly roll and place seam side down in the dish. Repeat with remaining noodles.
Pour marinara sauce over the rolls and top with mozzarella and remaining Parmesan.
Bake:
Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes, or until bubbling.
Remove foil and bake for another 15 minutes until cheese is golden. Let rest for 10 minutes.
Serve:
Heat remaining marinara sauce in a saucepan. Serve lasagna rolls with sauce on the side.
Meat Option: Add cooked ground beef, turkey, or sausage to the ricotta mixture.
Herb Add-ins: Add fresh basil, oregano, or thyme for extra flavor.
Vegan Option: Use vegan ricotta and egg substitute for a plant-based version.
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