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Mini Lasagna Appetizer Recipe

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These Mini Lasagna Appetizers are delightful bite-sized rolls filled with creamy lemon ricotta and fresh herbs, topped with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese. Perfect for parties and gatherings, these individual lasagna rolls offer all the comforting flavors of traditional lasagna in a convenient appetizer format.

Ingredients

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Filling

  • 15 ounces Whole milk ricotta
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1/4 teaspoon Onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves, minced

Lasagna Rolls

  • 20 Cooked lasagna noodles
  • 4 ounces Shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 cups Pasta sauce (such as marinara, alfredo, or pesto)

Instructions

  1. Make the filling: In a large bowl, thoroughly mix the ricotta, egg, onion powder, garlic powder, kosher salt, lemon zest, and fresh thyme leaves until well combined to create a creamy filling.
  2. Prepare the noodles: Lay the cooked lasagna noodles flat and cut each noodle in half widthwise to create smaller sections for rolling.
  3. Spread the filling: Spread approximately two teaspoons of the ricotta filling evenly on each noodle section, leaving about a 1/2 inch space at one end to help with rolling.
  4. Roll the noodles: Starting from the end with filling, carefully roll each noodle up into a tight roll.
  5. Cut the rolls: Cut each rolled noodle in half widthwise to create mini lasagna rolls approximately bite-sized.
  6. Prepare the baking dish: Spread 1/2 cup of pasta sauce evenly over the bottom of a baking sheet or casserole dish. Use two dishes if needed to fit all rolls spaced evenly apart.
  7. Arrange the rolls: Place the mini lasagna rolls on top of the sauce on the baking sheet, leaving space between each one to prevent sticking.
  8. Add toppings: Spoon about one teaspoon of pasta sauce on top of each roll, then sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese.
  9. Bake: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  10. Serve: Serve the mini lasagna rolls warm alongside a bowl of extra pasta sauce for dipping if desired.

Notes

  • You can make these mini lasagna rolls up to two days ahead and refrigerate, or freeze them for longer storage (up to 2-3 months). Increase baking time slightly when reheating from frozen.
  • For variations, add cooked chicken, beef, or pork to the filling for a meat version, or use alfredo or pesto sauces instead of marinara for different flavors.
  • Try substituting or adding other cheeses such as goat cheese, cottage cheese in the filling, or parmesan on top.
  • To serve as appetizers, place a toothpick in each roll and serve on a platter with dipping sauce.
  • Be sure to cool the rolls to room temperature before storing to maintain freshness.
  • When reheating, cover the rolls with aluminum foil to prevent drying out.

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