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Manicotti

Delicious Homemade Manicotti Recipe with Creamy Cheese Filling

This delightful manicotti recipe showcases a creamy cheese filling, making it a perfect dish for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 12 tubes manicotti pasta
  • 2 cups ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • mixing bowl
  • baking dish
  • Spoon
  • piping bag

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook the manicotti shells according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and lay flat on parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, mix ricotta, half of the mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, salt, pepper, basil, and parsley until smooth.
  3. Fill each manicotti shell with the cheesy mixture using a spoon or piping bag.
  4. Spread half of the marinara sauce in the bottom of a baking dish. Arrange stuffed manicotti in the dish and cover with the remaining marinara and mozzarella.
  5. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until golden.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 14gFat: 13g

Notes

Feel free to swap the ricotta for goat cheese for a tangy flavor or add spinach for nutrition. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days. Reheat covered with foil in a 350°F oven to maintain moisture.

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