Stuffed Calamari

Steps

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1. 1
   Prepare the calamari by cleaning them thoroughly; set aside on a tray.
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2. 2
   Make the stuffing by beating the eggs in a bowl, then add the grated Pecorino Romano cheese, breadcrumbs, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper.
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   Drizzle a small amount of extra virgin olive oil into the mixture and combine all ingredients together, mixing well until evenly distributed with good seasoning throughout.
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4. 4
   Pour marinara sauce into the bottom of a baking tray or dish, then spread it lightly across the surface.
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5. 5
   Sprinkle some grated Pecorino Romano cheese over the sauce on the bottom of the tray.
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6. 6
   Hold each calamari open carefully and fill it with the stuffing mixture using a spoon, being careful not to overfill as the calamari will shrink when cooked.
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   Close the opening of each stuffed calamari by tying it with kitchen string or leaving it open if using toothpicks, arranging them in the sauce in the tray.
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8. 8
   Include the tentacles in the tray alongside the stuffed calamari bodies.
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   Pour additional marinara sauce over the top of the calamari, covering them well, and sprinkle more grated Pecorino Romano cheese on top.
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    Cover the baking tray with foil or a lid and place it in a preheated oven at 350°F. Bake for approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour, checking occasionally until the calamari are tender and easily pierced with a fork.
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    Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Serve the stuffed calamari with the cooking sauce, optionally accompanied by rice or pasta if desired.
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