Cannelloni with Brocciu Recipe

Ingredients:

• 16 cannelloni tubes
• 400 g brocciu cheese, drained and crumbled
• 500 ml tomato passata
• 500 ml béchamel sauce
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C.
2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook cannelloni tubes, according to package directions.
3. In a large frying pan, heat 2 tbsp of olive oil on medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until the onions become translucent and fragrant.
4. Add the tomato passata, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Lower the heat, and let the sauce simmer for 20 minutes.
5. In a mixing bowl, combine the brocciu cheese and béchamel sauce.
6. Fill each cannelloni tube with the brocciu mixture.
7. Spread a thin layer of the tomato sauce on the bottom of a baking dish. Arrange the stuffed cannelloni tubes on top of the sauce.
8. Spread the remaining tomato sauce over the cannelloni. Cover the dish with aluminum foil.
9. Bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes to let the cheese melt and the top of the cannelloni become golden brown.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve warm with a fresh green salad and a glass of white wine. The cannelloni can also be made ahead of time and reheated in the oven before serving. Enjoy this delicious and comforting dish with friends and family!

Verdict:

This classic Italian dish is a delight to the senses! The combination of the creamy béchamel sauce and the tangy brocciu cheese create a delightful contrast of flavors and textures that make each bite oh so satisfying. The tomato sauce is rich, flavorful, and packs just the right amount of acidity to balance out the dish. This recipe is perfect for a family dinner or a cozy night in. Bon appétit!