Meatball Roll-Ups (Print Version)
Ingredients:
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12 lasagna noodles, cooked.
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1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage.
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1/2 cup breadcrumbs.
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
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1 egg, beaten.
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning.
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2 cups marinara sauce.
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1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese.
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1/2 cup ricotta cheese.
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2 cloves garlic, minced.
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1 tablespoon olive oil.
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1/2 teaspoon salt.
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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In a bowl, mix ground beef or Italian sausage, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, egg, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to form the meatball mixture.
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Shape the mixture into small meatballs.
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In a skillet, heat olive oil and cook the meatballs until browned and cooked through. Set them aside.
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Lay the cooked lasagna noodles flat on a clean surface. Spread a small amount of ricotta cheese on each noodle, place 2-3 meatballs on top, and roll up the noodles.
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Pour 1 cup of marinara sauce into a greased baking dish and arrange the lasagna roll-ups seam-side down.
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Top the roll-ups with the remaining marinara sauce and shredded mozzarella cheese.
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Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
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Let the roll-ups cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes:
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For a vegetarian version, substitute the meatballs with a mixture of sautéed vegetables and cheese.
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You can also use store-bought meatballs to save time.