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The Best Cannelloni Recipe In The World

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Description

Cannelloni is a classic Italian dish made of pasta tubes filled with a delicious stuffing, topped with a rich tomato sauce, and baked to perfection. This recipe is one of the best you'll ever taste, packed with flavor and made with fresh ingredients that bring out the authentic Italian taste.

Prep Time

Preparation time for this recipe is around 30 minutes, including the time required to cook the pasta tubes.

Cook Time

Cooking time for this recipe is around 40 minutes, including the time required to bake the dish in the oven.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound of cannelloni tubes
  • 1 pound of ground beef
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 can of diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon of tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon of dried basil
  • 1 tablespoon of dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, shredded

Equipment

  • Large pot for cooking pasta
  • Medium-sized pan for cooking meat sauce
  • Mixing bowls for filling and sauces
  • Baking dish for assembling and baking the cannelloni

Method

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Boil the pasta tubes in salted water until they are al dente.
  3. Drain the pasta tubes and set them aside to cool.
  4. In a medium-sized pan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  5. Add chopped onions and garlic to the pan and cook until the onions are translucent.
  6. Add ground beef to the pan and cook until browned.
  7. Add diced tomatoes, tomato paste, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper to the pan.
  8. Simmer the meat sauce for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  9. In a mixing bowl, combine the meat sauce with 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese.
  10. Stuff the pasta tubes with the meat sauce mixture and place them in a baking dish.
  11. Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese and shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the cannelloni.
  12. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  13. Let the cannelloni cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

This recipe can be made in advance and reheated in the oven. It's also a great dish to freeze for later use.

Nutrition Info

This recipe serves 6 people and contains approximately 550 calories per serving.

Recipes FAQ

What can I use instead of ground beef?

You can use ground turkey, chicken, or pork as a substitute for ground beef.

Can I use fresh herbs instead of dried herbs?

Yes, you can use fresh herbs instead of dried herbs. Use three times the amount of fresh herbs as you would dried herbs.

Recipe Tips

  • Make sure your pasta tubes are cooked al dente to avoid them becoming soggy when baked.
  • Use a piping bag to stuff the meat sauce mixture into the pasta tubes for easier and neater filling.
  • Top the cannelloni with a little extra mozzarella cheese for an extra cheesy finish.
  • Serve with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.

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