Beef Florentine Cannelloni Recipe
Make Beef Florentine Cannelloni Recipe in just 1h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Filling
Sauce
Topping
Method
Preparation of Filling
- 1
Cook the Beef and Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent. Then, add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula.
- 2
Add Spinach
If using fresh spinach, add it to the skillet and cook until wilted. If using frozen spinach, thaw and drain it well before adding it to the mixture. Stir to combine.
- 3
Mix in Cheeses and Seasonings
Remove the skillet from heat and let the mixture cool slightly. Stir in the ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning until well combined.
Assembly
- 4
Fill Cannelloni
Using a small spoon or piping bag, carefully fill each cannelloni tube with the beef and spinach mixture.
- 5
Prepare the Baking Dish
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Spread some tomato sauce on the bottom of a baking dish to prevent sticking.
- 6
Arrange Cannelloni
Place the filled cannelloni tubes in the baking dish in a single layer. Pour the remaining tomato sauce over the top, ensuring they are well covered.
Topping and Baking
- 7
Add Cheese Topping
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese and the additional grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top of the cannelloni.
- 8
Bake
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. After 25 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Serving
- 9
Cool and Serve
Remove the cannelloni from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil if desired.
