Lasagna, an Italian favorite, can be delicious even without meat. To make this a vegan meal, you can substitute a layer of firm tofu blended with sun dried tomatoes and Italian spices, or whatever your taste buds prefer.
Ingredients
- 8 oz uncooked lasagna noodles
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 3/4 cup stewed tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp grated parmesan
- 1 3/4 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped spinach
- 2/3 cup tomato paste
- 1 egg, beaten
- spices to taste (basil, garlic, etc)
When it comes to lasagna, it's all about what your taste buds prefer. While I personally enjoy heavy garlic, many people wouldn't. Experiment with spices to find your perfect combination.
Directions
Cook pasta as directed, drain. Lay flat and let cool.
In skillet, add oil and onions. Cook and stir frequently; add stewed tomatoes and tomato paste. Heat to boiling, reduce heat; simmer 5 minutes, stirring to break up tomatoes. Add spices to taste. Set aside.
Stir together ricotta cheese, spinach, 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, egg, parmesan cheese. Add spices to your desire (I recommend oregano).
Spread 3/4 cup tomato mixture in bottom of baking dish. Spread about 1/3 cup of ricotta mixture onto each noodle, omitting about one inch at the ends, roll up. Place rolls, seam side down, in dish. Top with remaining tomato mixture. Cover.
Bake 35 minutes or until hot and bubbly. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, remove cover. Bake until cheese melts.
Photo Source: rachel is coconut&lime via creative commons license
14 Responses
1
Linda
February 19th, 2009 at 6:04 pm
Hope you are ready for guests tonight as I am coming over for dinner!
2
wilson
February 20th, 2009 at 1:16 am
I'm a vegetarian and this Lasagna rolls look like a big temptation to me, Stefanie!
3
Da Vinci
February 20th, 2009 at 1:51 am
I'm not vegan, but I'll eat it, LOL...looks good to me
4
Hilfiger Shop Online
February 20th, 2009 at 2:55 am
The picture doesn't seem so tasty
5
Ranjana
February 20th, 2009 at 7:18 am
Hi,
I like your recipes.
I am a vegetarian, based in India
and I quite enjoy trying out new recipes.
6
zrmbilisim
February 20th, 2009 at 10:59 am
I like your recipes..thank you
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pays to live green
February 20th, 2009 at 2:35 pm
Great recipe. I have had a similar recipe in the past and it is just as good as traditional meat lasagna.
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Lorraine
February 21st, 2009 at 10:33 am
Looks great. I've never tried vegetarian lasagna rolls but after this, i'm definitely going to. Thanks for sharing!
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Kampanye Damai Pemilu Indonesia 2009
February 22nd, 2009 at 12:05 am
Hi . .
I'm not vegetarian, but its look good to me . . yummmiii
10
Michelle
February 23rd, 2009 at 5:03 am
That looks lovely, I actually make my own veggie lasagne too but only use a meat/mince substitute which is nice but might give your recipe a go, will let you know what I think.
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Flora
March 3rd, 2009 at 1:46 am
The last time I followed your recipe on pumpkin soup and it turn out great! So this time round, I will definitely follow it without question. Thanks for your wonderful recipes!
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Stefanie
March 11th, 2009 at 7:23 pm
Linda said:
Lol!
Hilfiger Shop Online said:
Doesn't?
Flora, I'm glad you liked the pumpkin soup!
13
ravisingh
March 12th, 2009 at 12:13 am
I like you recipe and i also appreciate you work.
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Composting Plans
August 17th, 2009 at 6:32 pm
Mmmm your recipe sounds delicious! I think I am going to try it tonight for the family, I will let you know how it goes. I sure do love lasagna, this should be interesting. Thanks for sharing this!