Delicious Three Meat Cannelloni Bake Recipe

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Delicious Three Meat Cannelloni Bake Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
80mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on June 11, 2024

This Three Meat Cannelloni Bake is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines three different meats - ground beef, Italian sausage, and prosciutto - with creamy ricotta and mozzarella cheese, all layered between tender pasta sheets and topped with a rich marinara sauce. This comforting and satisfying casserole is perfect for a family dinner or special occasion.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 pound Italian sausage, casing removed
  • 4 ounces prosciutto, diced
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 box cannelloni shells
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a skillet, cook the ground beef, Italian sausage, and prosciutto over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
  3. In a bowl, mix the cooked meat with ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
  4. Stuff the cannelloni shells with the meat and cheese mixture and place them in the baking dish.
  5. Pour marinara sauce over the stuffed shells and sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese.
  6. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
  7. Let the cannelloni bake rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Cannelloni is a type of pasta that is shaped like a tube and often filled with a meat or cheese mixture.
  • This dish can be customized with your favorite meats or added vegetables for extra flavor.
  • Leftovers of this Three Meat Cannelloni Bake can be frozen and reheated for a quick and tasty meal.