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manicotti-recipe

Manicotti Recipe

A classic Italian pasta dish filled with ricotta cheese and topped with marinara sauce.
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Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Total Time 1 hr
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spoon

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 12 pieces Manicotti shells
  • 2 cups Ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 large Egg
  • 2 cups Marinara sauce
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Black pepper

Instructions: 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Cook manicotti shells according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, egg, salt, and pepper.
  • Fill each manicotti shell with the cheese mixture using a spoon.
  • Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
  • Place filled manicotti shells in the baking dish. Pour remaining marinara sauce over the shells.
  • Sprinkle remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
  • Bake for 30-40 minutes, until bubbly and golden.
  • Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes:

Serve with a side salad and garlic bread for a complete meal.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 3mg

Keywords:

Keyword Cheese, Pasta
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