Manicotti Recipe
Baked Pasta, Ricotta, Herb, and Spinach Filling, Tomato Sauce, Vegetables
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Ingredients
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Filling and Sauce
Method
Preparation and Baking
- 1
Prepare the Filling
In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic, zucchini, and bell pepper. Sauté until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in fresh spinach and cook until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- 2
In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked vegetables with ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese (reserve some for topping), Parmesan cheese, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 3
Cook the Manicotti
Cook the manicotti pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.
- 4
Fill the Pasta
Using a piping bag or a spoon, carefully fill each manicotti shell with the cheese and spinach filling.
- 5
Prepare the Sauce
In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of tomato sauce on the bottom. Place the filled manicotti shells on top.
- 6
Pour the remaining tomato sauce over the manicotti, ensuring they are fully covered. Sprinkle reserved mozzarella cheese on top.
- 7
Bake
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is bubbly and golden.
- 8
Serve
Let the manicotti cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil if desired.
