In my family, we always knew it was a special occasion by the telltale aroma of lasagna baking in the oven. Neither my grandmother nor my mother made it often. A traditional lasagna is a labor intensive dish that takes several hours to prepare – even longer if you make your own pasta. So, it was usually reserved for holidays and the occasional birthday, christening or graduation party. Maybe that’s why this classic Italian combination of layers of tender sheets of pasta filled with meat, veggies and ooey, gooey cheese tasted so wonderful to me. Or, maybe it was because lasagna is just plain wonderful.
The thing is, that with a little advance planning and a few teensy shortcuts, you can make a perfectly scrumptious lasagna in a lot less time than you may think. And, if you prepare it in the form of these luscious, self-contained lasagna rolls, you can easily make enough to stash a batch or two in the freezer for later. How about that! You can enjoy lasagna any old time you feel like it! What a concept!
So, grab an apron and let’s make some lasagna rolls! read more >>
Filed Under: Beef and Veal, Casseroles, Cooking, Holiday Dishes, Italian, Pasta, Recipes
