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Crepe Cannelloni Recipe Stuffed With An Amazing Bolognese Sauce
Crepe Cannelloni Recipe with a meaty Bolognese sauce, a traditional Cannelloni recipe offers a delightful Italian experience by incorporating crepes instead of pasta. The crepes are stuffed with a Bolognese sauce and topped with a creamy cheesy béchamel sauce. Perfect for dinner parties or family meals, this recipe not only satisfies the palate but can also be prepared in advance, ensuring a stress-free and enjoyable dining experience.
👤 Chef Jean-Pierre📖 chefjeanpierre
🥘 Ingredients
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🍳 Cookware
- pan
- pot
- saucepan
- whisk
- baking dish
📝 Preparation Steps
1
Make the Bolognese Sauce:
2
In a large fry pan, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and when hot add the sausage and breaking it up with a spoon until it is nice golden brown.
3
In another pot, sweat onions, celery, and carrots until softened.
Onion, diced2 cupsCelery, diced2 cupsCarrots, diced2 cups
4
Add garlic, thyme, and rosemary, cooking until fragrant.
Garlic, chopped2 tablespoonsFresh Thyme, chopped1 tablespoonFresh Rosemary, chopped1 tablespoon
5
Stir in whole tomatoes and tomato paste. Season with salt and pepper.
Tomato Paste1 cupSalt and Pepper, to tasteSalt and Pepper to taste
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Simmer on low heat for ⏱️ 45-60 minutes.
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Adjust seasoning if needed and cool the sauce in the fridge as it is easier to make this dish with a cooled sauce.
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Make the Crepes:
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Follow Chef's instructions in the video to make the crepes in the pan.
10
Heat a non-stick pan and lightly coat with melted butter.
Melted Butter2 tablespoons56g Butter2 ounces
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Pour a ladle of crepe batter into the center, swirling to spread evenly.
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Cook until edges lift easily, then flip to cook the other side.
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Stack cooked crepes without wax paper in between and cover with plastic wrap immediately to keep moist.
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Make the Mornay Sauce:
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Melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour to form a roux and cook for a couple minutes.
Melted Butter2 tablespoons56g Butter2 ounces
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Gradually add milk, stirring until smooth and thickened.
Milk1 cup
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Add cheddar and mozzarella cheese, melting into the sauce.
Mozzarella Cheese, as needed2 ounces
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Season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
teaspoon Ground Nutmeg1/4Nutmeg, a pinch
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Assembling and Baking the Cannelloni:
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Place a spoonful of Bolognese sauce on each crepe, roll tightly.
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Arrange rolled crepes in a buttered baking dish.
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Cover with mornay sauce and additional cheese.
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Bake until golden brown, about ⏱️ 20-25 minutes.
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Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
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Enjoy this heartwarming and traditional cannelloni, a perfect blend of flavors and textures that is sure to delight your taste buds!
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