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Spinach Beef Cannelloni

Tender cannelloni tubes stuffed with savory beef, spinach, and creamy ricotta, baked in rich tomato sauce with melted cheese.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cannelloni
  • 12 pieces cannelloni tubes
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 2 cups fresh spinach chopped
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 2 cups tomato sauce
  • 1.5 cups mozzarella cheese shredded

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking dish

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
  2. Cook onion and garlic in olive oil until soft.
  3. Add ground beef, season, and cook until browned.
  4. Stir in spinach and remove from heat.
  5. Mix beef with ricotta and Parmesan.
  6. Fill cannelloni tubes with mixture.
  7. Cover with tomato sauce and mozzarella.
  8. Bake covered for 30 minutes, uncovered for 15 minutes.

Notes

Let rest before serving for best texture.