Deliciously Cheesy Cannelloni Florentine Recipe

This Cannelloni Florentine recipe is a heavenly combination of pasta, spinach, and creamy cheese sauce. With its rich flavors and satisfying textures, it's the perfect comfort food for any occasion. Whether you're cooking for a special dinner or simply craving a hearty meal, this recipe will surely impress your family and friends. The best part? It's surprisingly easy to make!

Ingredients

• 10 cannelloni tubes
• 2 cups spinach, chopped
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cup tomato sauce
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, basil, oregano, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Simmer for 10 minutes, then remove from heat.
4. In a separate bowl, combine the chopped spinach, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, egg, salt, and pepper.
5. Fill each cannelloni tube with the spinach and cheese mixture. Arrange the filled tubes in a greased baking dish.
6. Pour the tomato sauce mixture over the cannelloni tubes, covering them completely.
7. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
8. Remove the foil and sprinkle additional Parmesan cheese on top. Bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Allow the cannelloni to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!

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