Cannelloni alla Napoletana

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Cannelloni alla Napoletana is a classic Neapolitan pasta dish consisting of large, tube-shaped pasta sheets filled with a savory mixture, typically featuring ricotta cheese, ground meat (often beef or pork), and herbs. The filled tubes are then baked in a rich tomato sauce, often topped with melted mozzarella or Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. It originates from Naples, Italy, and is a beloved example of the region's hearty, comforting baked pasta traditions.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is a balanced but indulgent meal, providing a good source of protein from the meat and cheese, alongside carbohydrates from the pasta. It is also rich in fat, particularly saturated fat from the cheese, and offers key nutrients like calcium, iron, and lycopene from the tomato sauce. A typical serving contains approximately 500-650 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	580 kcal
Protein	32 g
Carbs	48 g
Fat	28 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	8 g
Sodium	850 mg
Calcium	320 mg
Iron	4.5 mg
Potassium	480 mg
Vitamin A	250 µg RAE
Vitamin C	15 mg
Vitamin B12	1.8 µg
Selenium	22 µg
Phosphorus	350 mg

Per 1 serving (about 3-4 cannelloni, 300 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, this dish embodies the Neapolitan philosophy of 'cucina povera' (peasant cooking), transforming simple, affordable ingredients into a rich and satisfying feast. Nutritionally, the combination of tomato sauce and cheese creates a synergistic effect, where the vitamin C in the tomatoes can enhance the absorption of iron from the meat and pasta.