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Turkey Lasagna Rolls With Chive-Cream Sauce
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Want an impressive looking dish? These lasagna rolls aren't only fancy looking, they also taste great! Turkey, broccoli, and roasted peppers are mixed with a cream cheese sauce and rolled up in lasagna noodles. The lasagna rolls are baked with both a marinara and white sauce on top.
serves/makes:
ready in:
1-2 hrs
1-2 hrs
2 reviews
ingredients
6 uncooked lasagna noodles
1 package (8 ounce size) reduced-fat cream cheese (Neufchatel), softened
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup grated Romano or Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon snipped fresh chives
1 1/2 cup chopped, cooked turkey
1/2 package (10 ounce size) frozen chopped broccoli, thawed and drained
1/2 cup roasted red peppers, drained and diced
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 cup marinara sauce
directions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Cook the lasagna noodles as directed on the package. Drain well, rinse with cold water, and drain again.
Cut each noodle in half crosswise and set aside.
In a medium mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese on medium speed for 30 seconds with an electric mixer. With the mixer running, slowly add the milk and beat until smooth.
Stir the Romano cheese and chives in by hand.
In another bowl, combine 1/2 cup of the cream cheese sauce, the turkey, broccoli, roasted red peppers, and black pepper, and mix just until combined.
Place the noodles on a work surface. Place about 1/4 cup of the turkey filling at one end of each noodle. Roll up the noodles around the turkey filling.
Arrange the noodles seam side down in a 3-quart baking dish.
Spoon the marinara sauce evenly over the rolls. Spread the remaining cream cheese sauce over the marinara sauce.
Cover the baking dish with foil. Bake the lasagna rolls at 350 degrees F for 35-40 minutes or until heated through.
Let the turkey lasagna rolls stand for 5-10 minutes before serving.
recipe tips
Use fresh vegetables like spinach or zucchini along with the broccoli for added nutrition.
Adding a layer of cheese on top before baking can create a crispy crust.
Experiment with different types of cheeses, like a blend of mozzarella and Monterey Jack, for a more pronounced flavor.
Use shredded rotisserie chicken if you don't have any cooked leftovers.
For an extra kick, mix in a teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes or a splash of hot sauce in the filling blend.
Let the assembled rolls sit for a few minutes after baking before serving; this helps them hold their shape when serving.
common recipe questions
Can I use different types of meat in the filling?
Yes, cooked ground chicken or turkey, beef, or even a plant-based meat alternative can be used in place of cooked turkey for different flavors and textures.
What can I substitute for cream cheese?
You can use ricotta cheese for a lighter filling or Greek yogurt for a tangier flavor. Non-dairy cream cheese is also an option.
What sauce can I use instead of marinara?
You can substitute marinara with another red sauce. Or use Alfredo sauce, pesto, or a bechamel sauce if you don't want to use a tomato-based sauce.
What seasonings can I add to the filling?
Adding herbs like oregano or basil, as well as garlic or onion powder, can work well. Fresh herbs can also be mixed in for more freshness.
Is it safe to freeze turkey lasagna rolls?
You can freeze the uncooked or cooked lasagna rolls. Make sure they are tightly sealed in freezer-safe containers to avoid freezer burn, and use them within 2-3 months.
How do I reheat leftover lasagna rolls?
To reheat leftover rolls, cover them with foil in a baking dish and heat in a preheated oven at 350 degrees F for about 20-30 minutes, or until heated through. You can also reheat in the microwave for quicker results.
Can I prepare this dish ahead of time?
You can assemble the rolls, cover them tightly, and store them in the refrigerator for up to a day before baking.
nutrition data
Nutritional data has not been calculated yet.
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reviews & comments
April 26, 2015
We found this recipe to be great. I had not read the review but interestingly enough was worried that 6 noodles for 6 people was not going to be enough, so I added 3 noodles (for a total of 18 halves). I increased the turkey by 1/2 cup and the broccoli to 2/3 of a bag instead of 1/2. I left everything else the same and I had the exact amount of filling and we did not miss anything by not having any more cream sauce. All six loved it and we are thinking of doing mushrooms next time as well to add to the mix. With a salad and homemade garlic bread and a nice bottle of red wine, it was a crowd pleaser. I prepared it ahead of a busy Sunday agenda, and then just popped it in the oven when we got home. We are already planning our next meal with this recipe.
January 18, 2013
I ended up with more filling than noodles but I had cooked extra noodles luckily (I was worried too many of them would tear while cooking). The flavor of everything was wonderful. It had a very fresh flavor even though it used some frozen and packaged ingredients making it a delicious timesaver recipe.