Baked Manicotti Recipe
Stuffed with fresh ricotta and parmesan cheese, topped with our house marinara and melted mozzarella, baked until bubbly, and served with toasty garlic bread
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Ingredients
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Baked Manicotti Ingredients
Method
Baked Manicotti Directions
- 1
Cook the Manicotti
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the manicotti pasta for about 8 minutes, until al dente. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.
- 2
Prepare the Filling
In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, grated parmesan cheese, chopped basil, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are incorporated.
- 3
Stuff the Manicotti
Using a small spoon or piping bag, carefully stuff each manicotti shell with the ricotta cheese mixture.
- 4
Assemble the Dish
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish. Arrange the stuffed manicotti on top of the sauce. Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the manicotti and sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
- 5
Bake
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- 6
Serve
Let the manicotti cool for a few minutes before serving. Serve with toasty garlic bread on the side.
