Cannelloni with cooked ham and bechamel they represent a simple but extraordinary and delicious recipe. Contrary to what one might think, it is an appetizer, or at most a second course, and not a first course. The peculiarity of this recipe is theabsence of pasta, replaced instead by slices of ham. These slices are filled with a delicious combination of potatoes and provola, and then baked au gratin with a delicious bechamel sauce. In short, an authentic culinary pleasure.
Ham and bechamel cannelloni
Ingredients
- 150g of cooked ham
- 500 g of potatoes
- 200 g of fior di latte
- 250 ml of bechamel
- 30 g of grated parmesan
- salt, pepper, extra virgin olive oil to taste
Preparation
Start by washing them thoroughly potatoes. Next, place them in a pan with plenty of cold water, bring to the boil and cook for about 25-30 minutes or until they become soft. Once cooked, drain them, peel them and mash them with a potato masher.
Season the mashed potatoes with salt, pepper and oil, mix well and leave to cool. In the meantime, cut the milk cream diced. Take one slice of ham at a time, distribute a few potatoes along one of the short sides, place some cubes of cheese in the center and roll the slice of ham over the filling.
Continue in the same way to create the other cannelloni. Lightly grease the bottom of a baking dish suitable for baking with a little béchamel sauce. Place the prepared cannelloni on top and cover them with the rest of the béchamel and the grated parmesan. Cook in a preheated fan oven at 200°C for about 25 minutes or until the desired golden brownness is obtained. Once ready, the cannelloni with cooked ham are ready to be served. Enjoy your meal!
Read also: Cannelloni alla Pulcinella with sausage and broccoli, the delicious and different version for Christmas lunch
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