Ground Beef Cannelloni

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2
Classic Ground Beef Cannelloni recipe for a hearty dinner
in Main

Prep

45 min

Cook

55 min

Ready In

100 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

4 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup onion , finely chopped
4 cups plum tomatoes , coarsly chopped , not drained
6 tablespoons tomato paste
2 teaspoons sugar
2 tablespoons basil
1 teaspoon salt
pepper
2 tablespoons oil
1/4 cup onion , chopped
1 teaspoon garlic , chopped
10 ounces frozen chopped spinach , thawed and squeezed dry
2 tablespoons butter
1 lb ground round
2 chicken livers ( optional )
5 tablespoons parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons heavy cream
2 eggs , beaten
1/2 teaspoon oregano
salt
pepper
4 tablespoons butter
4 tablespoons flour
1 cup milk
1 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon salt
pepper
manicotti , cooked according to box directions

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
640
Sugar
11g
Fat
34g
Ground Beef Cannelloni is a classic Italian dish that combines pasta with a meaty, spinach-filled filling and a rich tomato sauce. This recipe calls for a homemade tomato sauce that is flavored with basil, garlic, and onion. The manicotti is stuffed with a mixture of ground beef, spinach, and chicken liver (optional) that is seasoned with parmesan cheese, heavy cream, and spices like oregano. The cannelloni is then baked until golden brown, crispy on top, and tender on the inside. This dish is perfect for a cozy night in or a special occasion with family and friends. Serve it with garlic bread and a fresh salad for a complete meal.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.In a large saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and sauté the finely chopped onion until it softens, around 5 minutes.
3.Add the plum tomatoes, tomato paste, sugar, basil, salt, and pepper and cook for 15 minutes over medium heat.
4.Meanwhile, in a separate skillet, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil and sauté the chopped onion and garlic until they become fragrant, about 5 minutes.
5.Add the thawed and squeezed dry spinach and cook for 5 more minutes.
6.In a large mixing bowl, mix together the spinach mixture, ground beef, chicken livers (if using), parmesan cheese, heavy cream, beaten eggs, oregano, salt, and pepper.
7.Stuff each manicotti with the beef mixture.
8.Place the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter in a saucepan and melt over medium heat.
9.Add the flour and whisk until smooth.
10.Slowly stir in the milk and heavy cream and continue to whisk until the sauce thickens.
11.Stir in the 1 teaspoon of salt and pepper to taste.
12.Spread 1/3 of the tomato sauce in the bottom of a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
13.Arrange the stuffed manicotti in the dish and pour the remaining tomato sauce over the top.
14.Pour the sauce over the top of the cannelloni and cover with foil.
15.Bake for 40 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes.
16.Remove the cannelloni from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.

PROS

This hearty Italian dish is a crowd-pleaser, perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends.

The ground beef and spinach filling is protein-rich and nutritious.

CONS

This recipe takes a bit of time and effort to prepare.

It also includes chicken livers, which may not be to everyone’s taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is high in protein, iron, and Vitamin K, which is good for the bones.
The tomatoes in the sauce are a good source of Vitamin C and lycopene, which is a powerful antioxidant.

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