Description
These Cinnamon Roasted Sweet Potato & Cranberry Lasagna Rolls are a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors. The creamy ricotta filling pairs perfectly with the tender, caramelized sweet potatoes and tart cranberries, creating a comforting dish that warms the soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Lasagna Rolls:
- 9 lasagna noodles
- For the Filling:
- 2 cups roasted sweet potatoes, mashed
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the Sauce:
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, cranberries, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
- Take one lasagna noodle, place a generous amount of the sweet potato filling on one end, and roll it up tightly. Place seam-side down in the baking dish.
- Repeat with the remaining noodles and filling, arranging them side by side in the dish.
- Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the top of the rolls, then drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with oregano and red pepper flakes.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Make-ahead: You can prepare the lasagna rolls a day in advance and store them in the refrigerator before baking.
- Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Substitutions: For a vegan option, substitute ricotta with tofu or cashew cheese and use vegan cheese alternatives.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lasagna roll
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 7 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 5 grams
- Protein: 12 grams
- Cholesterol: 40 milligrams
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