Backbone Roll Ups Food

APPETIZER ROLL-UPS

Steps:

• In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, cilantro, peppers and garlic. Spread about 2 tablespoons on each slice of beef. Roll up tightly and wrap in plastic. , For ham and turkey rolls, in another bowl, combine the cream cheese, carrot, zucchini and dill. Spread about 2 tablespoons on each slice of ham and turkey. Roll up tightly; wrap in foil. Refrigerate overnight. , Slice the roll-ups into 1-1/2-in. pieces.

HOLIDAY ROLL UPS

Steps:

• Mix the cream cheese, ranch dressing mix and the black pepper together thoroughly.
• Spread the mixture on the tortillas, and then sprinkle over the diced bell peppers and green onions. Roll up tightly, wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate until party time (for at least 1 hour).
• Slice into small wheels and serve.

LASAGNA ROLL-UPS

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the lasagna noodles according to package directions. You may want to cook an extra noodle or 2 in case they rip. Drain and toss with some oil. Drape the noodles over the edge of the pot, without overlapping, to cool.
• Meanwhile, mix the ricotta, Parmesan, tomatoes and 1/2 teaspoon salt together in a medium bowl.
• Lay out the noodles and evenly divide the ricotta mixture on the noodles, spreading it from end to end of each noodle. Top each with about a few pieces of basil and 3 pepperoni slices per roll if using. Roll up and cut each roll in half to make 16 cylinders. Pack 4 pieces, ruffle-side up, in each lunch container and refrigerate. Pack 1/4 cup of marinara sauce in a separate container with each serving.

BAKED LASAGNA ROLL-UPS

Steps:

• Bring a large saucepan of generously salted water to a boil. Add half the noodles, dropping each in separately, and cook, stirring gently, until pliable but still firm, about 4 minutes. Lift the noodles out of the water with a slotted spoon then lay them on a sheet of foil in a single layer, not touching. Lightly drizzle the noodles with 1 tablespoon olive oil then rub them all over to coat well. Repeat with the remaining noodles and 1 tablespoon olive oil.
• Heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until completely soft and starting to caramelize, about 20 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste and garlic and cook, stirring until lightly caramelized, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the tomatoes, bay leaf and 1 cup water and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to maintain a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is slightly thickened, about 10 minutes. Discard the bay leaf. Carefully puree the sauce in a blender until smooth and return it to the pot. Stir in the parsley and season with salt and pepper.
• Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Shred half of the mozzarella on the large holes of a box grater. Add it to a large bowl, along with the ricotta, Parmesan, basil, eggs, 1 teaspoon salt and the 1/2 teaspoon pepper and stir to combine. Divide the ricotta mixture among the noodles, putting 2 to 3 tablespoons in each, and spread into an even layer. Reserve the remaining piece of mozzarella.
• Lightly grease a 9-inch springform pan with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and spread 1/2 cup of the sauce over the bottom. Cut each lasagna noodle in half lengthwise then roll each noodle strip into a pinwheel. Rotate the pinwheels so the frilly ends are on top, then transfer them to the prepared pan in a snug, even layer. Pour the remaining sauce over the noodles, using the back of a spoon to spread it evenly over the top and into any gaps.
• Cover the pan with foil and bake until the noodles are tender and the lasagna is warmed through and bubbling, about 30 minutes. Remove the pan from the oven. Tear the remaining mozzarella into pieces and scatter them over the noodles. Return the lasagna to the oven until the mozzarella is just melted, 5 minutes. Let cool 10 minutes before unmolding. Carefully remove the sides of the pan, top with basil leaves and serve immediately.

REUBEN ROLL-UPS

Steps:

• Roll dough into a 12 x 9 inch rectangle.
• Cut dough into 8 smaller rectangles.
• Combine dressing and sauerkraut.
• On each piece of dough, place 1/2 slice of corned beef, 2 tablespoons of sauerkraut/dressing mix, and 1/2 slice of cheese.
• Fold dough over to enclose filling, and place seam side down onto parchment lined baking sheet.
• Bake at 425 degrees for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.

BACON ROLL-UPS

Steps:

• Separate rolls.
• Mix the rest of the ingredients and spread on rolls.
• Cut each into thirds and roll up.
• Bake for 12 to 15 minutes at 375 degrees.

BACON HASH BROWNS ROLLUPS - A

Steps:

• In large skillet, heat olive oil and brown bacon and hash browns.
• In large mixing bowl, combine eggs and salsa; beat well until combined.
• Pour into skillet with bacon and potatoes and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until eggs are set.
• Spoon egg mixture into flour tortillas, sprinkle with cheese, and roll up.
• Place roll-ups in freezer bags and freeze.
• When ready to serve, place burrito in microwave, covered with a microwave-safe paper towel, and heat for about 1-2 minutes on high power for each burrito.
• You may have to adjust heating time for your microwave.

BACON AND MUSHROOM ROLL-UPS

Steps:

• Saute bacon, mushrooms, onion, salt, & pepper 5-8 minutes.
• Stir in cream cheese; set aside and let cool for 15 minutes.
• Cut crusts from bread.
• With rolling pin, flatten bread until 1/4" thick.
• Spread 2 tablespoons mushroom mixture over each slice.
• Roll like a jelly roll.
• Secure with toothpicks.
• Refrigerate 1 hour.
• Put on cookie sheet and brush with melted butter.
• Bake 10-15 minutes at 375°F until lightly brown.
• Cut in half and serve warm.
• Makes 24 appetizer-size servings.

TORTILLA ROLL UPS

Steps:

• In a mixing bowl beat softened cream cheese and ranch dressing mix until smooth.
• Add red pepper, celery, onions, and olives (if using), mix well.
• Spread about 3/4 cups on each tortilla.
• Place slices of the deli meat on top of the cream cheese mixture.
• Roll up tightly and wrap in plastic wrap.
• Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
• Slice into 1/2 inch pieces.

CHICKEN ROLL-UPS

Steps:

• Flatten chicken to 1/4-inch thickness.
• Place a slice of ham and cheese on each piece of chicken.
• Roll up from a short side and tuck in ends; secure with a toothpick.
• In a shallow bowl, mix crumbs, grated cheese and parsley.
• Pour milk into another bowl.
• Dip chicken rolls in milk, then roll in crumb mixture.
• Wrap and freeze roll-ups for up to 2 months.
• To use frozen chicken--completely thaw in the refrigerator.
• Unwrap roll-ups and place on a greased baking sheet.
• Spritz with nonstick cooking spray.
• Bake uncovered, at 425 degrees for 30 minutes or until juices run clear.