Baked Beef Cannelloni with Creamy Mozzarella Sauce

Prepare the Beef Filling:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the minced beef, eggs, salt, pepper, and paprika. Mix well to combine.
In a separate pan, sauté the finely chopped onion until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add it to the beef mixture and mix again.

Prepare the Cannelloni:
Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).
Stuff the cannelloni pasta with the beef mixture. If you have a piping bag, use it for an easier filling process.
Arrange the stuffed cannelloni in a greased baking dish.

Prepare the Sauce:
In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, mayonnaise, cream, and water until smooth and well-combined. Pour the sauce over the stuffed pasta in the baking dish.
Grate the mozzarella cheese and sprinkle it evenly over the top of the pasta.

Bake:
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for another 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and golden.

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of garlic bread for a complete meal.
Pair with a fresh green salad for a lighter option.
Add roasted vegetables like zucchini or bell peppers for extra flavor.
Top with fresh herbs like basil or parsley for a burst of freshness.
Serve with a glass of red wine for a perfect pairing.
Cooking Tips

If you don’t have cannelloni pasta, you can use manicotti tubes as a substitute.
Make the beef mixture ahead of time and store it in the fridge for easier assembly.

For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes or chili powder to the beef mixture.
Be careful not to overcook the cheese topping, as it can become too hard.
Use fresh mozzarella for the best melt and texture.
Nutritional Benefits

High in protein from the beef and eggs.
Rich in calcium from the mozzarella cheese.

Provides a good amount of healthy fats from the cream and mayonnaise.
Packed with essential vitamins and minerals from the beef and vegetables.
Dietary Information

Gluten: Contains gluten (from pasta)
Dairy: Contains dairy (cheese, cream, mayonnaise)
Eggs: Contains eggs
Suitable for: Meat lovers, high-protein diets