Indulge in a rich and comforting meal with this veal, chicken, and beef cannelloni recipe. This dish is filled with a delectable mixture of meats and cheese, wrapped in tender pasta sheets, and baked to golden perfection. Perfect for a special dinner occasion or a cozy night in.
Ingredients
- 8 lasagna sheets
- 1/2 pound ground veal
- 1/2 pound ground chicken
- 1/2 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Directions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Cook lasagna sheets according to package instructions, then cut into thirds.
- In a skillet, cook ground veal, chicken, and beef until browned. Add onion and garlic, and cook until softened.
- Stir in ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat.
- Spread marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
- Place a spoonful of meat mixture on each lasagna sheet and roll up. Place the rolls seam side down in the baking dish.
- Cover with remaining marinara sauce and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Interesting Facts
Cannelloni is a traditional Italian pasta dish that is similar to lasagna, but with rolled pasta sheets instead of layered.
Veal, chicken, and beef create a rich and unique flavor combination in this dish.
This recipe can be made ahead of time and refrigerated before baking for a convenient meal prep option.