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Spinach Lasagna Roll Ups

Cheesy spinach-filled lasagna rolls baked in marinara for an easy, crowd-pleasing dinner.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Servings: 9 lasagna rolls

Ingredients

  • 9 lasagna noodles
  • 10 ounce frozen chopped spinach thawed and completely drained
  • 15 ounce ricotta cheese container
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • salt to taste
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 chicken breast (optional) cooked and diced
  • 32 ounce marinara sauce
  • 9 Tablespoons part-skim mozzarella cheese shredded

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly oil or spread a thin layer of sauce on the bottom of a 9 x 13 baking dish.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the lasagna noodles according to package directions until al dente; drain and lay flat on a sheet of wax paper or clean kitchen towel. Pat dry if needed.
  • Thoroughly drain the thawed spinach by squeezing in a clean towel or pressing in a colander so no excess liquid remains.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the drained spinach, ricotta, Parmesan, egg, minced garlic, dried Italian seasoning, diced cooked chicken (if using), and salt and pepper to taste. Mix until evenly distributed.
  • Spoon about 1 cup of marinara sauce into the prepared baking dish and spread into an even layer.
  • Place a cooked lasagna noodle on the work surface. Spread about 1/3 cup of the ricotta-spinach mixture evenly over the noodle, leaving a small border. Carefully roll the noodle from one end to the other and place seam-side down in the baking dish. Repeat with remaining noodles and filling.
  • Spoon remaining marinara sauce over the assembled rolls, then sprinkle each roll with about 1 tablespoon of shredded mozzarella.
  • Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40 minutes, until heated through and cheese is melted. Remove foil for the last few minutes if you want the cheese to brown slightly.
  • Serve each roll with additional sauce if desired and top with fresh basil if available.

Equipment

  • 9 x 13-inch baking dish
  • Large Pot
  • medium bowl
  • Colander or clean kitchen towel
  • spoon or spatula
  • Aluminum Foil
  • measuring cup

Notes

  • Adjust calories and points if you add chicken.