Bechamel Cannelloni

• For 4 people
• Preparation time (dont cuisson) : 60 minutes
• Cooking time : 30 minutes
• Difficulty (0 to 5) : 3

Ingredients

• Bechamel Sauce
  • Butter : 2 tablespoons
  • All-purpose flour : 2 tablespoons
  • Milk : 2 cups
  • Salt : 1/2 teaspoon
  • Ground nutmeg : 1/4 teaspoon
• Cannelloni Filling
  • Ground beef : 1/2 pound
  • Onion : 1 small, finely chopped
  • Garlic : 2 cloves, minced
  • Ricotta cheese : 1 cup
  • Parmesan cheese : 1/2 cup, grated
  • Fresh parsley : 2 tablespoons, chopped
  • Salt : 1/2 teaspoon
  • Black pepper : 1/4 teaspoon
• Cannelloni tubes : 12 pieces

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Steps

• Prepare the Bechamel Sauce
• Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
• Add the flour and whisk continuously for 1-2 minutes until the mixture becomes smooth and bubbly.
• Gradually pour in the milk while whisking constantly to avoid lumps.
• Cook the sauce for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens.
• Season with salt and nutmeg, then remove from heat and set aside.
• Prepare the Cannelloni Filling
• In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
• Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
• Remove the skillet from heat and let it cool slightly.
• In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked beef mixture, ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
• Assemble the Cannelloni
• Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Spread a thin layer of the prepared Bechamel sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
• Fill each cannelloni tube with the beef and cheese mixture using a spoon or piping bag.
• Arrange the filled cannelloni tubes in a single layer in the baking dish.
• Pour the remaining Bechamel sauce over the cannelloni, covering them completely.
• Sprinkle some grated Parmesan cheese on top.
• Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
• Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly.

Tips

• You can make the Bechamel sauce ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator until ready to use.
• If you prefer a vegetarian version, you can substitute the ground beef with sautéed vegetables like mushrooms and spinach.

Information

• Bechamel Cannelloni is a classic Italian dish that combines tender pasta tubes filled with a savory meat and cheese mixture, topped with a creamy Bechamel sauce. It's a comforting and satisfying meal that the whole family will love.