RICOTTA & SPINACH CANNELLONI

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This is a recipe I have had for ages and don't know where I originally got it from but have posted because of a request on the threads. It does work.

Provided by Latchy

Categories     Manicotti

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups fresh spinach leaves, steamed,drained and finely chopped (about 1/2 to 3/4 cooked)
2 cups ricotta cheese
1/3 cup of grated parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
salt and pepper
4 tablespoons of finely chopped fresh basil
2 -3 cups of your favourite tomato sauce (home made or bought)
1/2 cup of grated fresh parmesan cheese, for topping
5 ounces of purchased lasagna sheets, fresh

Steps:

  • Mix the first 5 ingredients together.
  • Preheat your oven to about 180d C.
  • Place about 1/3rd cup of filling into the centre of each pasta sheet and roll into a cylinder.
  • When all sheets are filled place a cup of the sauce on the bottom of a 9 x 12 inch pan and then lay the cannelloni's on top of it.
  • After all have been assembled spread the remaining sauce on top then sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  • Bake about 30 mins until they are bubbling and golden then let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

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