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Pizza Lasagna Rolls

Lasagna noodles are filled with a cheesy, pizza-inspired mixture and baked in a simple tomato sauce for a fun twist on lasagna.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 10 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 28 ounces diced tomatoes canned, with liquid
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher or sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 2 cups part-skim mozzarella shredded
  • 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 10 whole-grain lasagna noodles boiled according to package directions

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Bowl
  • 13 x 9-inch baking dish
  • foil
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. In a saucepan over medium heat, warm the olive oil and sauté the minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  2. Add the canned diced tomatoes with their liquid to the pan, bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
  3. Season the sauce with 1 1/4 teaspoons dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; simmer gently for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Pour 1 cup of the sauce into the bottom of a 13 x 9-inch baking dish and set aside.
  5. In a bowl, combine the ricotta, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan, 2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 teaspoon dried oregano. Reserve 1/2 cup of this cheese mixture for topping.
  6. Lay a boiled lasagna noodle flat, spread a portion of the cheese mixture evenly over it, drizzle about 1 tablespoon of sauce over the cheese, then roll the noodle tightly and place seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
  7. Repeat with the remaining noodles and cheese filling, arranging all rolls in the baking dish.
  8. Pour 1 1/2 cups of sauce over the assembled rolls and sprinkle the reserved 1/2 cup cheese mixture on top.
  9. Loosely cover the dish with foil and bake for 25–30 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  10. Let the rolls rest for a few minutes before serving; serve remaining sauce on the side if desired.

Notes

  • Boil noodles until just tender to prevent overcooking in the oven.
  • Reserve some sauce for serving if you like extra on the side.
  • Use fresh-grated Parmesan for best flavor.
  • Assemble rolls seam-side down to keep them from unrolling while baking.