Pasta Pie Rolls (timpana Roll-ups)

Pasta Pie Rolls, also known as Timpana Roll-Ups, are a delicious and hearty dish from Maltese cuisine. These savory roll-ups are filled with pasta, meat, and cheese, making them a perfect comfort food for any occasion.

Not Suitable For Vegetarians Main Course Maltese Maltese Cuisine Pasta Dish Comfort Food
Pasta Pie Rolls (timpana Roll-ups)

Ingredients

  • 1 pound penne pasta
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 4 eggs, beaten
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a skillet, brown the ground beef with the chopped onion and minced garlic. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Add the tomato sauce to the beef mixture and simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, beef mixture, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, and beaten eggs. Mix well.
  6. Grease a baking dish and line it with parchment paper.
  7. Pour the pasta mixture into the baking dish and spread it evenly.
  8. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden and the filling is set.
  9. Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing into roll-ups.
  10. Serve the Pasta Pie Rolls warm and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
18g
Carbohydrates
25g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Baking dish Parchment paper

Tools

Skillet Large bowl Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serve the Pasta Pie Rolls with a side salad and crusty bread for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For a vegetarian version, you can substitute the ground beef with sautéed mushrooms and bell peppers.

Cost

$15