These cacio e pepe lasagna roll-ups are a delightful twist on the classic Italian pasta dish. Tender lasagna noodles are filled with a creamy mixture of ricotta, Pecorino Romano, and Parmesan cheeses, then rolled up and baked in a rich and peppery sauce. The result is a comforting and flavorful meal that's perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 16 Lasagna noodles
- 15 oz Ricotta cheese
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup Cream cheese
- 2 Egg
- 2 tablespoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 4 tablespoon Unsalted butter
- None cup All-purpose flour
- 2 cup Milk
Instructions
Cook the lasagna noodles
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the lasagna noodles and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the noodles and lay them flat on a clean kitchen towel.
Make the cheese filling
In a large bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup of grated Pecorino Romano cheese, 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, eggs, 1 tablespoon of black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt until well combined.
Make the cacio e pepe sauce
In a large saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the all-purpose flour and whisk constantly for 1-2 minutes. Gradually pour in the milk, whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Simmer the sauce, stirring frequently, until it thickens, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the remaining 1/2 cup of grated Pecorino Romano cheese, 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, 1 tablespoon of black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
Preheat the oven
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Assemble the lasagna roll-ups
Spread a thin layer of the cheese filling on each lasagna noodle. Roll up each noodle tightly and place it seam-side down in the prepared baking dish. Pour the cacio e pepe sauce evenly over the rolled noodles.
Bake the lasagna roll-ups
Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and the roll-ups are lightly browned on top.
Serve
Allow the cacio e pepe lasagna roll-ups to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy the creamy, cheesy, and peppery flavors of this comforting Italian-inspired dish!
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