Spinach Basil Lasagna Roll ups
12 lasagna noodles, cooked al dente, and drained
15 0z ricotta cheese
1 egg
1 10 oz package fresh spinach, washed, dried and chopped fine, reserving 1/2 cup for top
10 basil leaves, chopped, reserving 4 Tablespoons for top
1-2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 small sweet onion
28 oz can tomato sauce
1 can diced tomatoes
1 Cup mozzarella cheesesalt and pepper
Preheat oven to 350. Saute onion and garlic in medium saucepan till tender crisp. Add tomato sauce and diced tomatoes. Simmer on low for approximately 5 minutes.
Add about 2 cups of sauce to 13 x 9 baking dish.
Toss reserved 1/2 cup spinach and 1/4 cup basil in small bowl. Set aside.
Mix ricotta, egg, spinach, basil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
Lay out noodle ( make sure it is dry) and add about 1/2 inch of cheese mixture to the top. Carefully roll up and place in pan. Repeat with the rest of noodles and cheese mixture. Add reserved spinach -basil mixture and a tablespoon of mozzarella to the tops.
Cover and bake for 30 - 40 minutes.
Drizzle with a bit of extra virgin olive oil before serving if desired.
