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Spinach and ricotta cannelloni

Spinach and ricotta cannelloni

  • Italian
  • Main course
  • Mediterranean
  • Oven-baked

Cannelloni stuffed with spinach and ricotta, baked with two sauces until golden.

Active time35 min

Cooking45 min

Total1 h 30 minResting : 5 min

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Ingredients

  • 600 g fresh spinach
  • 500 g béchamel sauce
  • 250 g ricotta
  • 200 g dried cannelloni
  • 15 ml olive oil
  • 400 g tomato sauce

Preparation

  1. Preheat the oven to 180 °C. Wash the spinach and remove the tough stalks. Heat the oil in a sauté pan, add the spinach and cook for 5 minutes. Allow to cool slightly, squeeze out the water, then chop.

    600 g fresh spinach
    15 ml olive oil
    • oven
    • sauté pan
    • knife
  2. Mix the spinach with the ricotta. Fill the dried cannelloni using a small spoon or a piping bag.

    250 g ricotta
    200 g dried cannelloni
    • mixing bowl
    • small spoon or piping bag
  3. Spread the tomato sauce in a baking dish, place the cannelloni on top and cover completely with béchamel sauce. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, according to the packet instructions, until the pasta is tender. Leave to rest for 5 minutes.

    500 g béchamel sauce
    400 g tomato sauce
    • gratin dish
    • oven

Allergens

  • Gluten
  • Milk
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Spinach and ricotta cannelloni