Lasagna Rolls With Black Beans And Spinach Recipe

Name: Lasagna Rolls With Black Beans And Spinach
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 whole wheat lasagna noodles; 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided; 1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese; 1/2 teaspoon chili powder; 1 1/2 tablespoons taco seasoning; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 3/4 cup dried black beans; 1 (10 ounce) package frozen spinach, thawed and well drained; Sauce; 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can tomatoes, diced; 1 cup water; 1/2 tablespoon onion flakes; 1 teaspoon garlic, minced; 1/4 teaspoon oregano; 1/2 teaspoon rosemary; 1 teaspoon basil; 1 teaspoon sugar

Servings: persons

12 whole wheat lasagna noodles
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 1/2 tablespoons taco seasoning
1/8 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup dried black beans
1 (10 ounce) package frozen spinach, thawed and well drained
Sauce
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can tomatoes, diced
1 cup water
1/2 tablespoon onion flakes
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon rosemary
1 teaspoon basil
1 teaspoon sugar

1
Hydrate and cook beans according to package directions (You can also use a 15 oz can of black beans if you like in place of the dry).
2
Cook lasagna noodles according to package directions; drain well. Rinse noodles with cold water and lay individually on kitchen towels.
3
While pasta is cooking prepare Sauce as follows: combine tomato paste, tomatoes,water, garlic, onion flakes, oregano, rosemary, basil and sugar in a mixing bowl and set aside.
4
Also while noodles are cooking combine 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, ricotta cheese, chili powder, taco seasoning, spinach and salt. Add black beans.
5
Spoon mixture onto lasagna noodles. Roll up noodles, jellyroll fashion, beginning at narrow ends.
6
Spray a 13x9-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Spread 8-12 oz of sauce on the bottom of dish. Place lasagna rolls , seam sides down in baking dish. Top with remaining sauce. Dish can be covered and frozen or refrigerated until ready to use.
7
If going straight into the oven, bake at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Top with remaining cup of mozzarella cheese and bake 5 more minutes. (To serve from frozen state, cover and cook one hour.).

1381

kcal

Calories

Fat

238

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 whole wheat lasagna noodles, 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided, 1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese, 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, and more.

Yes, Lasagna Rolls With Black Beans And Spinach falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Lasagna Rolls With Black Beans And Spinach

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Variations & substitutions

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