MEAT CANNELLONI: A Throne of Flavour

Описание: A lovely and satisfying dish that brings together the rich flavours of Italian cousine. These savoury crepes, filled with a delightful blend of minced beef, ham, mozzarella, and a luscious bechamel sauce, promise a deliciously comforting dining experience. Follow along as we craft this classic recipe, creating layers of taste and texture that make each bite truly memorable. Let's dive into the kitchen and explore the simplicity and warmth of this Italian favourite.

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INGREDIENTS (4 people):

TOMATO SAUCE:

1 carrot
1 onion
1 stick of celery
500 g minced beef
500 ml tomato passata
125 ml white wine
1/2 tablespoon tomato puree
A little rosemary
1 bay leaf
100 g peas
Salt and pepper to taste

CREPES FOR CANNELLONI:

300 ml semi-skimmed milk
125 g plain flour
2 eggs
A pinch of salt

BECHAMEL SAUCE:

500 ml semi-skimmed milk
50 g flour
A pinch of nutmeg (optional)
A pinch of salt

OTHER INGREDIENTS:

8 slices of ham
One of each cannelloni
1 mozzarella, chopped
100 g Parmesan cheese

COOKING INSTRUCTIONS:

Tomato Sauce:

In a pan, fry finely chopped carrot, onion, and celery until softened.
Add minced beef and cook until browned water evaporated.
Pour in white wine and let it simmer to reduce.
Add tomato passata, tomato puree, rosemary, bay leaf, and peas.
Season with salt and pepper, then simmer until the sauce thickens and leave it to cool down.

Crepes for Cannelloni:

In a bowl, whisk together milk, plain flour, eggs, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
Heat a non-stick pan and pour a thin layer of batter to make crepes.
Cook each crepe until set, then set aside.


Bechamel Sauce:

In a bowl, mix together cold milk, flour, salt, and nutmeg until well combined.
Pour the mixture into a pan and heat it until you achieve a creamy sauce, stirring continuously for a few minutes.
Ensure thorough mixing while the sauce is heating.

Assembly of Cannelloni:

Lay out a crepe and place a slice of ham, add some tomato sauce, and a few pieces of mozzarella in the centre.
Roll the crepe as demonstrated in the video.
Place each filled crepe in a baking dish and add a layer of bechamel sauce and Parmesan cheese in between.
Reserve any remaining tomato sauce for pasta or use it to top up layers.
Pour the rest of the bechamel sauce over the top and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Place the baking dish in a preheated oven at 180°C for 15 minutes with tin foil and the last 10 minutes without it.
Allow it to rest for a few minutes before serving.
Enjoy your Meat Crepes Cannelloni!


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