TOMATO MOZZARELLA STUFFED CANNELLONI
Tomato Mozzarella Stuffed Cannelloni is the perfect comfort dish—it’s rich, cozy, and full of flavor! Imagine pasta tubes filled with a creamy mix of mozzarella, tomatoes and fresh herbs, baked in a tangy tomato sauce until bubbly and golden. Each bite has that melt-in-your-mouth mozzarella goodness, with just the right hint of basil and garlic. Tomato Mozzarella Stuffed Cannelloni is one of those recipes that feels fancy but is actually so easy to make, perfect for a family dinner or impressing friends without spending all day in the kitchen.
INGREDIENTS YOU NEED:
- Cannelloni
- Cherry tomatoes
- Mozzarella
- Tomato Sauce
- Garlic Powder
- Salt
- Dried Basil
- Fresh Basil
- Sugar
- Parmesan cheese
TIPS FOR THE BEST CANNELLONI
- Use High-Quality Cheese: Fresh mozzarella and ricotta add a creamy texture and rich flavor. Grate the mozzarella yourself for better melting and less excess moisture.
- Layer the Sauce Generously: Spread tomato sauce on the bottom of the baking dish to keep the pasta moist and prevent sticking, then cover the cannelloni with more sauce for a saucy, tender result.
- Cover, Then Uncover: Cover with foil for the first 20-25 minutes to prevent the cheese from burning. Then uncover for the final 10-15 minutes to get that bubbly, golden top.
- Let It Rest Before Serving: Allow the baked cannelloni to rest for a few minutes before slicing to let the cheese set slightly.
- Add Fresh Basil or Herbs: Garnish with fresh basil or parsley just before serving for extra color and flavor!
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TOMATO MOZZARELLA STUFFED CANNELLONI
Ingredients
- Cannelloni
- 1/5 kg mini mozzarella balls
- 1/3 kg cherry tomatoes
- 1 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp dried basil
- 1 tsp sugar
- Salt to taste
- Mozzarella cheese
- Parmesan cheese for garnishing
- Fresh Basil for garnishing
Instructions
- Start by filling each cannelloni with tomatoes and mozzarella till it's totally filled.
- Place them in a baking dish and set aside.
- To make the tomato sauce, add in tomato sauce in a bowl, then add garlic powder, salt, basil and sugar. Mix well.
- Top the cannelloni with the sauce and cover with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake covered at 180 Celsius Degrees then continue baking uncovered for 10-15 minutes or till golden brown.
- Let it cool down for 20 minutes then top with some parmesan cheese and fresh basil and serve!