These 3-Cheese Sausage Lasagna Roll-Ups are a delicious twist on the classic lasagna, featuring savory Italian sausage, a rich cheese blend, and tender lasagna noodles all rolled up and baked in marinara sauce. Perfect for a family dinner or special occasion, these roll-ups offer all the comfort of lasagna with an easy-to-serve individual portion.
Ingredients
- 12 lasagna noodles
- 1 pound Italian sausage (casings removed)
- 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions, drain, and lay flat on a baking sheet to prevent sticking.
- Cook the sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage, breaking it up with a spoon until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup of marinara sauce. Set aside.
- Prepare the cheese filling: In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well until smooth.
- Assemble the roll-ups: Spread a thin layer of the cheese mixture onto each lasagna noodle. Add a spoonful of the sausage mixture on top of the cheese. Carefully roll up each noodle and place seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
- Top with sauce: Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the top of the lasagna roll-ups, spreading evenly. Sprinkle any remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the sauce.
- Bake: Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Garnish: Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, and garnish with fresh basil if desired before serving.
Enjoy these cheesy, savory roll-ups that bring comfort and flavor to your dinner table!