Cannelloni with and is a classic Italian dish that is both hearty and comforting. This dish comprises of pasta tubes stuffed with creamy ricotta cheese, sautéed eggplants, herbs and spices, and a hearty tomato sauce. The combination of flavors and textures make it a versatile and satisfying meal that can be enjoyed anytime.

To make the filling, start by slicing eggplants into thin strips, and sprinkle them with salt to remove excess water. Then, sauté the eggplant in a frying pan with garlic, olive oil, and Italian seasoning until they are soft and cooked. Next, combine the cooked eggplant with ricotta cheese, parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and fresh herbs like basil and parsley. Mix everything together until it’s well combined and set it aside.

Now it’s time to prepare the tomato sauce. In the same pan used to sauté the eggplant, add some olive oil, garlic, and canned crushed tomatoes. Season it with salt, black pepper, and a pinch of sugar to balance the acidity. Let the sauce simmer on low heat for 10-15 minutes until thick and fragrant.

Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and cool it under cold water to prevent them from sticking together. Now, it’s time to assemble the cannelloni. Grease a baking dish and spoon some of the tomato sauce in the bottom. Take one cannelloni at a time and stuff it with the ricotta and eggplant mixture. Use a spoon or a piping bag to fill the pasta tubes with the filling. Place them in the baking dish and spoon some more tomato sauce on top. Repeat the process until all the cannelloni are and arranged in the baking dish.

Finally, sprinkle some grated mozzarella cheese on top of the cannelloni and bake it in the oven at 180C for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Once done, remove the cannelloni from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.

Serve the cannelloni with eggplant and ricotta hot garnished with fresh basil leaves and extra grated parmesan cheese.

In conclusion, Cannelloni with eggplant and ricotta is a delicious and satisfying meal that is perfect for a cozy night in or a special occasion. The combination of creamy ricotta cheese and hearty eggplant stuffed in pasta tubes and baked with tomato sauce and melted cheese makes this dish perfect for a family dinner or party. The flavors and textures work well together, making this a versatile and comforting meal that can be enjoyed anytime.

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