Spinach Ricotta Lasagna Roll Ups Recipe
If you love comfort food, this Spinach Ricotta Lasagna Roll Ups Recipe is perfect for you. It is creamy, cheesy, and full of flavor. This dish looks fancy but is very easy to make. You will love how soft the pasta feels with the rich filling.
Ingredients
- 12 lasagna noodles
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup cooked spinach chopped
- 1 egg
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Olive oil for greasing
Instructions
Boil the Lasagna Noodles
- Fill a large pot with water and salt. Boil noodles until just tender. Drain and lay flat.
Prepare the Spinach
- If using fresh spinach, cook until wilted. Squeeze out extra water. Chop finely for smooth filling.
Mix the Cheese Filling
- Add ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, garlic, and seasonings. Mix until creamy and well combined.
Add the Spinach
- Stir chopped spinach into the cheese mixture. Mix gently so everything stays smooth and even.
Prepare the Baking Dish
- Lightly grease the baking dish with olive oil. Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on bottom.
Fill the Noodles
- Lay noodles flat. Spread cheese mixture evenly along each noodle from end to end.
Roll Them Up
- Carefully roll each noodle into a tight spiral. Place seam side down in baking dish.
Add Sauce on Top
- Pour remaining marinara sauce over the roll ups. Make sure they are fully covered.
Add Extra Cheese
- Sprinkle extra mozzarella and Parmesan on top. This makes the top golden and bubbly.
Bake Covered
- Cover dish with foil. Bake in preheated oven at 375°F for 25 minutes.
Bake Uncovered
- Remove foil. Bake for another 10 minutes until cheese melts and sauce bubbles.
Rest Before Serving
- Let the roll ups rest for five minutes. This helps them set and taste better.
Notes
- Use frozen spinach to save time. Just thaw and squeeze well.
- Add cooked mushrooms for extra texture and flavor.
- Use cottage cheese instead of ricotta for lighter filling.
- Add red pepper flakes for a spicy touch.
- Use Alfredo sauce instead of marinara for creamy version.