Italian Meatball Lasagna Roll-Ups

Ingredients

For the meatballs:

1 lb ground beef

1/4 cup breadcrumbs

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 egg, beaten

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Salt and pepper to taste

For the lasagna:

12 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained

2 cups marinara sauce

1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

Prepare the meatballs:

In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper. Roll into small meatballs (about 1 inch).

Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the meatballs until browned and cooked through. Set aside.

Preheat oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Assemble the roll-ups:

Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Lay each lasagna noodle flat. Spread a spoonful of marinara sauce over the noodle. Place 2-3 meatballs at one end and roll the noodle around them.

Layer in the baking dish:

Arrange the roll-ups seam-side down in the baking dish. Spoon remaining marinara sauce over the top. Sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.

Bake: Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Serve: Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot with a side of garlic bread or salad.

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 50 minutes

Servings: 6

Calories: ~450 kcal per serving