Classic Spinach-Ricotta Canneloni

Hi everyone! I've finally finished tweaking with this blog's design, what do you think? I opted for a classic minimalist look with neutral tones plus a bit of vintage touch :) and I love it! took me awhile coz' I got too busy with life so I took the opportunity last night to knuckle down and just finish the job, ugh..what a relief.

Anyway, here is a family favourite~ the humble spinach canneloni, I added some really nice German sausages to the sauce just because my hubby wanted some sort of meat in it, otherwise it is good as it is. Another easy and delicious recipe for you :)



INGREDIENTS:

half-cooked canneloni tubes, enough to evenly fill out a rectangular tray/baking dish

500 gm. frozen spinach, drained well and chopped

500 gm. ricotta cheese

 200 gm. parmesan cheese

salt, pepper to taste

minced garlic and onion

300 gm.fresh chopped, over ripe tomatoes or x2 canned chopped tomatoes/sauce- up to you.

fresh basil leaves

*optional- 4 gourmet sausages sliced (I used cheese kransky)



HOW TO:

1. In a medium bowl, combine the spinach and ricotta- blend well.

2. Add in the parmesan, salt & pepper- season according to your taste although I prefer it a bit salty otherwise it can be quite bland but that's just me ;)

3. Carefully fill each canneloni tube, using a teaspoon so it won't break apart. Set aside.

4. In the meantime let's make the sauce-in a small saucepan, add oil then onions, cook til onions are translucent then add the garlic and sausages, saute for 2 minutes then add the tomatoes.

5. Simmer for another 5 minutes over low heat and season to taste, once cooked add about a handful of fresh basil leaves.



ASSEMBLE:

 Pour a ladle of sauce in the dish then evenly layer the filled cannelonis...pour the rest of the sauce on top and generously sprinkle some parmigiano cheese. Bake at 180 C for about 15-20 minutes. Serve with garlic bread.

Yummy!