Florentine Spinach Roll-Ups
Florentine Spinach Roll-Ups are a delightful and comforting twist on traditional lasagna, featuring a luscious filling of sautéed mushrooms, prosciutto, and fresh spinach wrapped in tender lasagna noodles. This versatile dish is perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy family dinners, delivering an irresistible combination of flavors and textures. Rich ricotta and mozzarella cheeses add creaminess, while the hint of nutmeg elevates the dish further. Serve with a vibrant tomato and basil sauce, and enjoy a taste of Italy in your own home.
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Servings
350
Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
butter
3 tablespoons (melted)
mushrooms
2 cups (chopped)
onion
1 large (chopped)
prosciutto
2 ounces (chopped (about 1/4 cup))
fresh spinach
10 ounces (chopped)
mozzarella cheese
1 cup (shredded)
ricotta cheese
1 (15 ounce) container
eggs
2 (beaten)
romano cheese
1/2 cup (grated)
nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon (optional)
salt
1 pinch (to taste)
pepper
1 pinch (to taste)
tomato and basil pasta sauce
1 (34 ounce) jar
lasagna noodles
10 (cooked)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and mushrooms, stirring occasionally until the mushrooms release their moisture and are lightly browned.
3
Remove the skillet from heat. Stir in the chopped prosciutto, spinach, mozzarella cheese, ricotta cheese, eggs, grated romano cheese, nutmeg (if using), salt, and pepper until well combined.
4
Lay out the cooked lasagna noodles. Spread approximately ½ cup of the vegetable cheese mixture evenly over each noodle, then carefully roll the noodles to enclose the filling. Set aside.
5
In a 13 x 9-inch baking dish, spread ½ cup of the tomato and basil pasta sauce on the bottom.
6
Place the stuffed lasagna rolls seam side down in the dish, ensuring they fit snugly. Cover the rolls with the remaining pasta sauce.
7
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes, or until the rolls are bubbling and heated through.
8
To serve, plate with additional heated tomato sauce. Cut the rolls in half and stand them on their cut ends for an impressive presentation. Garnish with chopped fresh spinach for color and flavor.
Nutrition Information
16.5g
Fat
27.5g
Carbs
18g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Florentine Spinach Roll-Ups?
Florentine Spinach Roll-Ups are a comforting twist on lasagna, featuring a filling of sautéed mushrooms, prosciutto, and fresh spinach wrapped in lasagna noodles.
How long do the Florentine Spinach Roll-Ups need to bake?
The roll-ups should be baked for 30 minutes in a preheated oven until bubbling and heated through.
What temperature should I set my oven to?
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) before baking the dish.
What are the main ingredients in the filling?
The filling consists of butter, mushrooms, onion, prosciutto, fresh spinach, mozzarella, ricotta, eggs, romano cheese, and seasonings.
How many calories are in a serving of these roll-ups?
Each serving contains approximately 350 calories.
How much protein does this recipe provide?
This dish provides 18g of protein per serving.
What kind of pasta sauce is recommended for this recipe?
A 34-ounce jar of tomato and basil pasta sauce is used for this dish.
Is the nutmeg required for the recipe?
No, the nutmeg is listed as optional, though it helps elevate the flavor of the dish.
How many lasagna noodles do I need?
You will need 10 cooked lasagna noodles.
What is the fat content per serving?
The fat content is 16.5g per serving.
How much carbohydrate is in each serving?
There are 27.5g of carbohydrates per serving.
What type of baking dish should be used?
A 13 x 9-inch baking dish is the appropriate size for this recipe.
How much filling goes into each noodle?
Spread approximately 1/2 cup of the vegetable cheese mixture evenly over each lasagna noodle.
Do I need to cover the dish while baking?
Yes, cover the baking dish with aluminum foil before putting it in the oven.
How should the mushrooms and onions be prepared?
They should be chopped and then sautéed in melted butter until the mushrooms release moisture and brown lightly.
What kind of ricotta cheese should I buy?
The recipe calls for one 15-ounce container of ricotta cheese.
Can I use Romano cheese in this recipe?
Yes, 1/2 cup of grated Romano cheese is included in the cheese mixture.
How much prosciutto is required?
You will need 2 ounces of chopped prosciutto, which is about 1/4 cup.
What is the best way to present this dish?
For an impressive presentation, cut the rolls in half and stand them on their cut ends on the plate.
What garnish is suggested for the roll-ups?
Garnish the dish with chopped fresh spinach for added color and flavor.
Are eggs used in this recipe?
Yes, two beaten eggs are mixed into the filling to help bind the ingredients.
How much sauce goes on the bottom of the pan?
Spread 1/2 cup of the tomato and basil pasta sauce on the bottom of the dish before adding the rolls.
How should the lasagna noodles be placed in the dish?
Place the stuffed lasagna rolls seam side down so they stay closed while baking.
How many total ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 14 ingredients required for this recipe.
Is this dish suitable for holidays?
Yes, it is described as a versatile dish perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy family dinners.
Can I add salt and pepper to the filling?
Yes, add a pinch of salt and pepper to taste when combining the filling ingredients.
What kind of spinach is used?
The recipe specifies 10 ounces of chopped fresh spinach.
How much mozzarella cheese is needed?
The recipe requires 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese.
Is the prosciutto added before or after the skillet is removed from heat?
The prosciutto is stirred in after the skillet has been removed from the heat.
What is the first step of the recipe?
The first step is to preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).