Description
Italian Meatball Lasagna Roll-Ups are a delicious twist on the classic lasagna recipe, featuring savory homemade meatballs, creamy ricotta, tender noodles, and rich marinara sauce rolled into individual servings. This easy baked pasta dish is perfect for family dinners or special gatherings, combining all the hearty flavors of traditional Italian lasagna with added convenience and elegance.
Ingredients
- 12 lasagna noodles, cooked until al dente
- 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg, beaten
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups marinara sauce, divided
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix ground meat, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Form into small meatballs.
- Brown meatballs in olive oil until fully cooked.
- Lay lasagna noodles flat; spread with ricotta, place 2–3 meatballs on each, and roll.
- Pour 1 cup marinara into a greased baking dish and arrange roll-ups seam-side down.
- Top with remaining marinara and mozzarella.
- Cover with foil and bake 25 minutes; uncover and bake 10 more minutes.
- Cool slightly before serving. Garnish with basil if desired.
Notes
- Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
- Use sautéed mushrooms and spinach for a vegetarian option.
- Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Assemble ahead and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking.
- Freeze unbaked roll-ups for longer storage.
