Meat Cannelloni (canelones De Carne)

This Meat Cannelloni recipe, known as Canelones de Carne in Uruguay, is a classic dish that features savory meat filling wrapped in pasta and baked to perfection. It's a comforting and delicious meal that is perfect for sharing with family and friends.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Uruguayan Pasta Meat Baked
Meat Cannelloni (canelones De Carne)

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 12 cannelloni pasta tubes
  • 2 cups tomato sauce
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. In a skillet, cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic over medium heat until the beef is browned and the onion is soft. Drain any excess fat.
  2. Add the paprika, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper to the beef mixture. Stir to combine and remove from heat.
  3. Cook the cannelloni pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  4. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  5. Stuff the cooked cannelloni tubes with the meat mixture and place them in a greased baking dish.
  6. Pour the tomato sauce over the stuffed cannelloni, making sure they are fully covered.
  7. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the top of the cannelloni.
  8. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
  9. Let the cannelloni cool for a few minutes before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
20g
Carbohydrates
25g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Baking dish Foil

Tools

Skillet Wooden spoon Colander

Serving suggestions

Serve the Meat Cannelloni with a side salad and a glass of red wine for a complete and satisfying meal.

Tips & tricks

To make this recipe ahead of time, assemble the cannelloni and store them in the refrigerator. When ready to eat, simply add the tomato sauce and cheese, then bake as directed.

Cost

$15