Easy Cannelloni Recipe
This classic Italian dish features pasta tubes filled with a rich and delicious ricotta and spinach mixture, smothered in a savory tomato sauce and topped with melted cheese. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 12 oz cannelloni pasta tubes about 12 tubes
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 10 oz frozen spinach thawed and drained
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese divided
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 jar marinara sauce about 24 oz
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp salt to taste
- 0.5 tsp black pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ricotta cheese, thawed spinach, 1/2 cup of parmesan cheese, egg, garlic powder, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Fill each cannelloni tube with the ricotta and spinach mixture using a small spoon or piping bag.
- Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Arrange the filled cannelloni in a single layer over the sauce.
- Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the cannelloni.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and the remaining parmesan cheese on top.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
Let the cannelloni cool for a few minutes before serving for easier slicing. Enjoy with a side salad and crusty bread.