Ingredients and Weight:
- 12 jumbo cannelloni shells (9 oz)
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 lb Italian sausage, removed from casing
- 1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
- 1 (15 oz) can tomato paste
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (8 oz)
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Preparation Time:
30 minutes
Cooking Time:
1 hour
Difficulty Level:
3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the cannelloni shells according to package directions.
- While the cannelloni shells are cooking, brown the ground beef and sausage in a large skillet. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and tomato paste. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
- Season the sauce with salt, pepper, and basil.
- Spread 1 cup of the sauce in the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Stuff the cannelloni shells with the meat mixture.
- Arrange the stuffed cannelloni in the baking dish.
- Top with the remaining sauce.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the sauce is heated through.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 320 per serving
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
- Sodium: 1000mg
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Protein: 24g
Dish Characteristics:
- Creamy
- Cheesy
- Savory
- Aromatic
- Comforting
User Comments:
- "This dish was absolutely delicious! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the cannelloni was cooked to perfection."
- "I love how easy this dish is to make. It's perfect for a quick and easy meal on a busy weeknight."
- "The Italian spices really shine through in this dish. It's a definite crowd-pleaser."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure the cannelloni shells are cooked al dente before stuffing them. Otherwise, they may become too soft and mushy.
- If you don't have fresh basil, you can use 1 tablespoon of dried basil instead.
- Serve the cannelloni immediately, topped with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
