Lasagna Sausage Pinwheels Recipe

Name: Lasagna Sausage Pinwheels
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb (.5 kg). hot Italian link sausage, cut into 1 inch pieces; 3/4 cup (175 ml) chopped onion; 1 clove garlic, minced; 3 cups (700 ml) tomato juice; 1 6 oz (168 grm). can tomato paste; 1/2 cup (125 ml) water; 2 tsp (10 ml). sugar; 1/2 tsp (2 ml). salt; 1 bay leaf; 1 12 oz (336 grm). carton cottage cheese; 1 egg, beaten; 1/2 cup (125 ml) grated Parmesan cheese, divided; 2 cups (475 ml) shredded Mozzarella cheese, divided; salt and pepper to taste; 1/2 16 oz (448 grm). package lasagna noodles

Servings: persons

1 lb (.5 kg). hot Italian link sausage, cut into 1 inch pieces
3/4 cup (175 ml) chopped onion
1 clove garlic, minced
3 cups (700 ml) tomato juice
1 6 oz (168 grm). can tomato paste
1/2 cup (125 ml) water
2 tsp (10 ml). sugar
1/2 tsp (2 ml). salt
1 bay leaf
1 12 oz (336 grm). carton cottage cheese
1 egg, beaten
1/2 cup (125 ml) grated Parmesan cheese, divided
2 cups (475 ml) shredded Mozzarella cheese, divided
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 16 oz (448 grm). package lasagna noodles

1
Brown sausage over low heat in a large heavy skillet; drain sausage on paper towels, reserving 1/4 cup (60 ml) drippings.
2
Saute' onion and garlic in drippings until crisp-tender.
3
Return sausage to skillet, stir in tomato juice, tomato paste, water, sugar, 1/2 tsp (2 ml).
4
salt, and bay leaf.
5
Simmer, uncovered, one hour.
6
Stir occasionally.
7
Discard bay leaf.
8
Combine cottage cheese, egg, 1/4 cup (60 ml) Parmesan cheese, 1 cup (225 ml) mozzarella cheese, and salt and pepper to taste; set aside.
9
Cook noodles according to package directions; drain.
10
Spread about 1 tbsp (15 ml) cheese mixture on each noodle.
11
Roll each noodle, jellyroll fashion, beginning at narrow end.
12
Spread 1 cup (225 ml) sausage sauce in a 13x9x2 inch baking dish.
13
Arrange rolls, seam side down, in sauce.
14
Spoon remaining sauce over rolls.
15
Sprinking with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
16
Bake at 350 degrees (175 C.) for 30-40 minutes or until bubbly.

460

kcal

Calories

Fat

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb (.5 kg). hot Italian link sausage, cut into 1 inch pieces, 3/4 cup (175 ml) chopped onion, 1 clove garlic, minced, 3 cups (700 ml) tomato juice, and more.

Yes, Lasagna Sausage Pinwheels 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Lasagna Sausage Pinwheels

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