Ingredients:
- 12 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained
- 1 lb Italian sausage, crumbled
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish (optional)
Preparation:
- Cook the Sausage:
- In a skillet, cook the crumbled sausage over medium heat until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Drain excess fat and set aside to cool slightly.
- Prepare the Cheese Filling:
- In a large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, beaten egg, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt and pepper.
- Mix until smooth and well combined. Stir in the cooked sausage.
- Assemble the Roll-Ups:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Take a lasagna noodle and spread a generous amount of the cheese and sausage mixture over the noodle.
- Roll the noodle up tightly and place it seam-side down in the baking dish. Repeat with the remaining noodles.
- Top with Sauce and Cheese:
- Once all the roll-ups are in the dish, cover them with the remaining marinara sauce.
- Sprinkle any leftover mozzarella or Parmesan cheese over the top.
- Bake:
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Let the lasagna roll-ups rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley, if desired.
These 3-Cheese Sausage Lasagna Roll-Ups are a delightful and hearty meal that will quickly become a favorite in your household. Enjoy them for dinner, and don’t forget—they’re even better the next day!