Savory Spinach and Ricotta Cannelloni with Marinara Sauce
**Savory Spinach and Ricotta Cannelloni with Marinara Sauce** These cannelloni are the perfect comfort food for a cold night. They're filled with a creamy spinach and ricotta filling, and then baked in a rich marinara sauce. The result is a dish that is both satisfying and delicious. To make this dish, you will need: - 1 pound spinach, chopped - 1 cup ricotta cheese - 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated - 2 eggs - 1/2 cup breadcrumbs - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning - Salt and black pepper to taste - 1 jar marinara sauce Instructions: 1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). 2. Cook spinach in a large skillet over medium heat until wilted, about 5 minutes. Drain well and chop finely. 3. Combine spinach, ricotta, Parmesan, eggs, breadcrumbs, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix well. 4. Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce in a 9x13-inch (23x33cm) baking dish. 5. Fill cannelloni shells with spinach mixture and place them in the baking dish. 6. Pour remaining marinara sauce over cannelloni. 7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until cannelloni are heated through and cheese is melted and bubbly. 8. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
The cannelloni is a classic Italian dish that has been around for centuries. The earliest known recipes for cannelloni date back to the 14th century, and the dish has been enjoyed by people all over the world ever since. Cannelloni are typically made with a filling of ricotta cheese, spinach, and meat. The filling is then rolled up in pasta dough and baked in a tomato sauce. The result is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a family meal. In this recipe, we've taken the classic cannelloni and given it a modern twist. We've used a filling of spinach and ricotta cheese, and we've added some Italian seasoning to give the dish a bit of extra flavor. We've also baked the cannelloni in a marinara sauce, which gives them a rich and flavorful crust. The result is a dish that is both classic and modern, and it's sure to please everyone at the table.
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Prep time: 30 | Cook time: 30 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • Spinach, chopped
  • Ricotta cheese
  • Parmesan cheese, grated
  • Eggs
  • Breadcrumbs
  • Italian seasoning
  • Salt and black pepper
  • Marinara sauce
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook spinach in a large skillet over medium heat until wilted, about 5 minutes. Drain well and chop finely.
  3. Combine spinach, ricotta, Parmesan, eggs, breadcrumbs, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix well.
  4. Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce in a 9x13-inch (23x33cm) baking dish.
  5. Fill cannelloni shells with spinach mixture and place them in the baking dish.
  6. Pour remaining marinara sauce over cannelloni.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until cannelloni are heated through and cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Why It Works
  • The spinach and ricotta filling is creamy and flavorful, and it pairs perfectly with the marinara sauce.
  • The Italian seasoning adds a bit of extra flavor to the filling, and it helps to brighten up the dish.
  • Baking the cannelloni in a marinara sauce gives them a rich and flavorful crust.
  • Letting the cannelloni stand for 10 minutes before serving allows the flavors to meld together, and it makes the cannelloni easier to slice.