Rotolo Alla Fiorentina

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 11
Rotolo Alla Fiorentina - A Hearty and Delicious Italian Dish
in Pasta

Prep

25 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

3 tablespoons butter
2 cups mushrooms , chopped
1 large onion , chopped
2 ounces prosciutto , chopped ( about 1/4 cup )
10 ounces fresh spinach , chopped
1 cup mozzarella cheese , shredded
1 container ricotta cheese
2 eggs
1/2 cup romano cheese , grated
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg ( optional )
1 pinch salt , to taste
1 pinch pepper , to taste
1 jar tomato and basil pasta sauce
10 lasagna noodles , cooked

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
560
Sugar
7g
Fat
39g
Rotolo Alla Fiorentina is a classic Italian dish that originates from the region of Florence. It is similar to a lasagna roll-up, with cooked lasagna noodles filled with a mixture of cheese, sautéed vegetables, and meat, then rolled up, baked, and smothered in a delicious tomato sauce. This dish is perfect for feeding a large family or preparing for a dinner party. It pairs well with a simple green salad and a glass of Chianti wine.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the chopped mushrooms, onion, and prosciutto, and sauté until the vegetables are soft and the prosciutto is crispy.
3.Add the chopped spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted.
4.In a separate bowl, combine the shredded mozzarella, ricotta, eggs, Romano cheese, nutmeg, and salt and pepper to taste.
5.Spread the cooked lasagna noodles on a clean work surface and divide the cheese mixture equally among them, spreading it down the length of each noodle.
6.Spoon the sautéed mushroom and spinach mixture over the cheese mixture on each noodle.
7.Starting with one end of each noodle, roll it up and place the rolls seam side down in a baking dish.
8.Pour the pasta sauce over the rolls and top with the remaining butter and extra grated cheese.
9.Bake for 30-40 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10.Let the Rotolo Alla Fiorentina cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

PROS

Rotolo Alla Fiorentina is a delicious and hearty Italian dish that is perfect for chilly evenings.
It combines the flavors of savory mushrooms, crisp prosciutto, and delicate spinach with rich cheese and a tangy tomato sauce.

CONS

This dish is high in calories and fat due to the cheese and butter content.
It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Rotolo Alla Fiorentina may not be the healthiest option, it does contain important nutrients such as calcium, vitamin D, and iron from the cheese and spinach. The mushrooms and onion also provide fiber and antioxidants.

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