Cannelloni with meat filling, baked in tomato sauce
6 servings
60 minutes
Cannelloni with meat filling baked in tomato sauce is a true embodiment of Italian gastronomy. Originating from Italy, this dish combines tender pasta, rich meat filling, and aromatic tomato sauce to create a harmony of flavors. The creamy texture of milk in the sauce softens the richness of the spices, while the baked cheese adds an appetizing crust. Cannelloni is perfect for cozy family dinners or festive gatherings. They are served hot with a glass of red wine or a fresh salad. A hearty and warming dish that envelops you in the flavors of Italian cuisine, leaving a long and pleasant aftertaste.
1
Fry the minced meat in a pan with olive oil.
- Ground beef: 500 g
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
2
Then add finely chopped onion and garlic, seasoning with all spices to taste.
- Onion: 1 piece
- Garlic: 3 pieces
- Italian Herb Blend: to taste
- Ground chili pepper: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Salt: to taste
- Sugar: to taste
3
Then add finely chopped green onions and tomatoes in their own juice, mix everything well and simmer. The filling for the cannelloni should be relatively dry. If necessary, a little white wine or water can be added.
- Green onions: 1 bunch
- Tomatoes in their own juice: 1 jar
4
We fill the cannelloni with meat filling and place them in a baking dish.
5
Mix milk, tomato paste, and tomato puree with spices to taste until smooth. Pour the resulting sauce over the contents of the dish. Sprinkle grated cheese on top.
- Milk: 400 ml
- Tomato paste: 200 g
- Tomato puree: 1 jar
- Italian Herb Blend: to taste
- Ground chili pepper: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Salt: to taste
- Sugar: to taste
- Cheese: 200 g
6
Place the dish in a preheated oven at 190 degrees for 30 minutes.