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Cannelloni

A classic Italian dish featuring pasta tubes filled with a rich cheese mixture and topped with marinara sauce.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 12-15 cannelloni tubes
  • 2 cups ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot for boiling pasta
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Aluminum foil
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Boil a large pot of salted water.
  2. Cook the cannelloni tubes al dente according to package instructions.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, Parmesan, egg, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Use a spoon or piping bag to fill each cannelloni tube with the cheese mixture.
  5. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  6. Spread a layer of marinara sauce in the bottom of your baking dish.
  7. Arrange the filled cannelloni in the dish, side by side.
  8. Cover the tubes with the remaining marinara sauce and sprinkle mozzarella on top.
  9. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  10. Remove the foil for the last 10 minutes to allow the cheese to brown nicely.

Notes

Serve with a simple side salad or garlic bread.