Spinach Lasagna Rolls

Ingredients and Weight:

• Spinach leaves, fresh: 1 pound (500 g)
• Ricotta cheese: 2 cups (500 g)
• Mozzarella cheese, shredded: 2 cups (500 g)
• Parmesan cheese, grated: 1 cup (250 g)
• Lasagna noodles: 12 sheets
• Olive oil: 1/4 cup (60 ml)
• Onion, chopped: 1/2 cup (120 g)
• Garlic, minced: 2 cloves (10 g)
• Ground beef: 1 pound (500 g)
• Marinara sauce: 2 cups (500 ml)
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

• 45 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Steam or blanch spinach leaves until wilted. Drain and chop finely.
3. In a bowl, combine ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan, olive oil, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
4. Add spinach to the cheese mixture and stir to combine.
5. Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce in a 9x13 inch (23x33 cm) baking dish.
6. Lay lasagna noodles flat on a cutting board. Spread a heaping tablespoon of the spinach mixture onto each noodle.
7. Roll up each noodle tightly, starting from the short end. Place the rolls in the prepared baking dish.
8. Pour remaining marinara sauce over the rolls.
9. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
10. Cover and bake for 30 minutes, or until pasta is cooked through and cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 500 per serving
• Fat: 25 grams per serving
• Protein: 30 grams per serving
• Carbohydrates: 50 grams per serving

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and flavorful
• Creamy and cheesy
• Vegetarian-friendly (with ground beef omitted)
• Easy to prepare and perfect for a special occasion

User Comments:

• "These lasagna rolls were a hit at my dinner party. They were easy to make and packed with flavor." - Sarah
• "I love the combination of spinach and cheeses. It's a perfect dish for a cozy night in." - Emily
• "This dish is a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables. They loved the creamy filling." - Susan
• "I made these lasagna rolls gluten-free by using gluten-free lasagna noodles. They were still delicious!" - John
• "I highly recommend serving these rolls with a side salad and garlic bread." - Mary

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have fresh spinach, you can use frozen chopped spinach (thawed and drained).
• To make a vegetarian version, omit the ground beef and add an extra cup of chopped spinach to the filling.
• Be careful not to overfill the lasagna noodles, or they will be difficult to roll.
• If you want to make the lasagna rolls ahead of time, you can assemble them and refrigerate them for up to 24 hours before baking.