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Cannelloni with Beef

Name: Cannelloni with Beef
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Cannelloni with Beef
Ingredients: 500g lean beef mince; 1 onion finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic crushed; 400g chopped tomatoes; 1 tablespoon tomato puree; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 12 cannelloni pasta tubes; 500ml white bechamel sauce; 100g grated cheddar cheese; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 teaspoon salt; 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Cannelloni with Beef is a classic Italian style dinner that many people enjoy for a cosy weekend meal. It consists of large pasta tubes filled with a rich meat sauce and topped with creamy bechamel. This recipe is simple to follow and uses basic ingredients you can find in any supermarket. It is a great way to feed the whole family with something hearty and satisfying.

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Why cannelloni with beef is a favourite

This recipe for Cannelloni with Beef is perfect for when you want a comforting oven baked dish. The combination of tender pasta and savoury minced meat creates a wonderful texture. It is easy to prepare in advance and then bake just before you are ready to eat. Most of the cooking time is spent in the oven, which gives you plenty of time to tidy up.

A step-by-step guide to cannelloni with beef

Step 1

Fry the meat: Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until they are soft. Add the beef mince and fry until it is browned all over. Break up any lumps with a spoon as it cooks to ensure an even texture.

Step 2

Simmer the sauce: Stir in the chopped tomatoes, tomato puree and dried oregano. Season with salt and pepper and let the mixture simmer for about ten minutes. The sauce should be thick enough to stay inside the pasta tubes. Take the pan off the heat and let the filling cool slightly.

Step 3

Fill the pasta: Use a small spoon to carefully stuff the Cannelloni with Beef mixture into each pasta tube. Place the filled tubes in a single layer in a greased baking dish. Do not pack them too tightly so the heat can circulate. Pour the white bechamel sauce over the top until everything is covered.

Step 4

Bake the dish: Sprinkle the grated cheese over the top of the sauce. Place the dish in a preheated oven at 180C for thirty minutes. The cheese should be golden and bubbling when it is finished. Serve the meal hot with a fresh side salad if you like.

Extra tips for cannelloni with beef

To make the process of filling the pasta easier, you can use a piping bag instead of a spoon. Make sure the meat filling has cooled down so you do not burn your hands while handling the tubes. If the sauce seems too thick, you can add a splash of water or beef stock to thin it out slightly.

Using a good quality ovenproof dish will help the Cannelloni with Beef cook evenly throughout. You can also add some fresh spinach to the meat mixture for extra vegetables. Let the dish sit for a few minutes after taking it out of the oven to make it easier to serve.

You may also like orange marmalade, creamy langoustine soup or sourdough bread.

Ingredients

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500 g lean beef mince
1 onion finely chopped
2 cloves garlic crushed
400 g chopped tomatoes
1 tablespoon tomato puree
1 teaspoon dried oregano
12 cannelloni pasta tubes
500 ml white bechamel sauce
100 g grated cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Cooking time

Kitchen tools

Frying pan
Wooden spoon
Baking dish
Teaspoon

Nutrition information

NUTRITIONper serving

Energy:3213 kJ / 768 kcal
Fat:34 g
- of which saturates:16 g
Carbohydrates:58 g
- of which sugars:5 g
Protein:50 g
Fibre:3 g
Salt:980 mg

You can definitely prepare this dish ahead of time by filling the tubes and adding the sauce. Keep it in the fridge for up to 24 hours before baking. When you are ready to eat, simply put the Cannelloni with Beef in the oven as instructed.

How do I store leftovers of Cannelloni with Beef?

Place any leftover pasta in an airtight container and keep it in the fridge for up to three days. You can reheat individual portions of Cannelloni with Beef in the microwave or the oven until they are piping hot. This dish often tastes even better the next day as the flavours have more time to develop.

Do I need to boil the pasta tubes first?

There is no need to boil the tubes before filling them because they will soften in the oven. The moisture from the meat filling and the white sauce provides enough liquid to cook the pasta. This makes the preparation much easier and ensures the tubes hold their shape.