About
this Recipe
Welcome
to a culinary adventure like no other! 🌟 This recipe
isn't just about cooking; it's about creating memories, sharing laughter, and
savoring every delicious bite. 🎉 Whether
you're a seasoned chef or a kitchen newbie, this dish is designed to bring joy
and flavor to your table. And guess what? This isn't your grandma's lasagna! We're swapping out those traditional lasagna noodles for egg roll wrappers,
adding a fun twist to a classic favorite. So, grab your apron, gather your
ingredients, and let's embark on a delightful journey of taste and creativity. Bon appétit! 🍽️
Prep time: 35 minutes Baking Time: 1-hour Servings: 8
Ingredients
- 1 package Egg Roll Wrappers (large 6” x 6”)
- 1 ½ pounds ground beef, lamb, and pork (about ½
lb. each)
- 8 oz. Whole Milk Ricotta Cheese
- ½ cup Cream Cheese, softened
- 1 ½ cups
grated mozzarella cheese, divided
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
- 2 cups marinara sauce, divided
- 1 6 oz. can tomato paste
- ½ cup of diced bell peppers (red, yellow, green), about ½ bell pepper each
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup white onion, diced
- 2 eggs
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped (hold a little back
for the topping)
- 1 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning
- Salt and
pepper to taste
Directions
Step 1 - Preheat oven to 375 degrees. You will need an 8" x 8" baking dish; this will make about 8 - 9 servings.
Step 2 - In a large skillet over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil, add onions, peppers, and garlic, and sauté until tender. Then add ground meat, cook until no longer pink, breaking meat up into small pieces, about 5 - 7 minutes.
Step 3 - Add 1 cup of marinara sauce and tomato paste and combine well, then reduce heat to low and simmer for about 5 minutes. Turn off and let the mixture cool.
Step 4 - In a large bowl, combine ricotta and cream cheese, then add fresh parsley, Italian seasoning, 3/4 cup of mozzarella, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, and blend well. Salt and pepper to taste, and then add eggs. Mix well and set cheese mixture aside.
Step 1 - Preheat oven to 375 degrees. You will need an 8" x 8" baking dish; this will make about 8 - 9 servings.
Step 2 - In a large skillet over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil, add onions, peppers, and garlic, and sauté until tender. Then add ground meat, cook until no longer pink, breaking meat up into small pieces, about 5 - 7 minutes.
Step 3 - Add 1 cup of marinara sauce and tomato paste and combine well, then reduce heat to low and simmer for about 5 minutes. Turn off and let the mixture cool.
Step 4 - In a large bowl, combine ricotta and cream cheese, then add fresh parsley, Italian seasoning, 3/4 cup of mozzarella, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, and blend well. Salt and pepper to taste, and then add eggs. Mix well and set cheese mixture aside.
Step 5 - Remove egg roll wrappers from the package and place them on a damp paper towel so they will not dry out. Now, pour a little of the reserved marinara sauce in the bottom of the baking dish and spread evenly.
Step 6 - For each lasagna roll-up, take one wrapper and place about 2 tablespoons of cheese mixture at the end of the wrapper, then add a little meat mixture on top.
Do not overfill, roll the wrap around the filling, and place the seam side down in the baking dish. Repeat until you have completed the first layer in your baking dish. Pour a little marinara sauce over the roll-ups, then spread mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the first layer.
Step 8 - Cover dish loosely with non-stick aluminum foil, place dish on a baking sheet, and place in oven for about 50 minutes, then remove foil and let bake for about 10 minutes uncovered. Then remove from oven and let set for about 15 -20 minutes before serving.
