Hidden Veg Bolognese Cannelloni

If you've already made a batch of Hidden Veg Bolognese, this comforting cannelloni bake is the perfect next step. Filled with rich beef mince sauce, topped with a creamy cauliflower sauce and finished with melted cheese, it's a family-friendly dinner that feels a little special without requiring a lot of extra work.

The cauliflower sauce adds a creamy finish while blending seamlessly into the dish, making it another great way to add extra vegetables to the table. It's ideal for meal prep, feeding a crowd or simply transforming leftovers into something new.

Ingredients

For the Cannelloni

• 3 cups Hidden Veg Bolognese
• 12–14 cannelloni tubes
• 1 cup grated mozzarella or tasty cheese

For the Creamy Cauliflower Sauce

• ½ cauliflower, chopped
• ½ cup milk
• ½ cup cream
• ½ cup grated parmesan
• 1 clove garlic
• Salt and pepper

Method

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C.
2. Steam or boil the cauliflower until very soft.
3. Add the cauliflower, milk, cream, garlic, parmesan, salt and pepper to a blender and blend until smooth.
4. Fill the cannelloni tubes with Hidden Veg Bolognese using a spoon or piping bag.
5. Arrange the filled cannelloni in a single layer in a baking dish.
6. Pour the cauliflower sauce over the cannelloni, ensuring all pasta is covered.
7. Top with grated mozzarella or tasty cheese.

8. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
9. Remove the foil and bake for a further 10–15 minutes until golden and bubbling.
10. Allow to rest for a few minutes before serving.

Serves: 4
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes

Start With Hidden Veg Bolognese

This recipe is built on a batch of Hidden Veg Bolognese. If you haven't made it yet, start there before assembling the cannelloni.

View the Hidden Veg Bolognese Recipe

Make It At Home With Quality Ingredients

A great cannelloni starts with a great bolognese. Using quality beef mince helps create a rich, flavour-packed filling that works perfectly in this baked pasta dish.

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