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Ingredients
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Pasta
Filling
Marinara Sauce
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Manicotti
Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a large pot. Add 1 tsp of salt to the boiling water.
- 2
Add the Manicotti
Carefully add the manicotti tubes to the boiling water and cook for about 8-10 minutes until they are al dente. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- 3
Drain and Cool
Once cooked, drain the manicotti and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside on a clean kitchen towel to dry.
Filling Preparation
- 4
Mix the Filling
In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, egg, chopped parsley, 0.5 tsp of salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- 5
Fill the Manicotti
Using a piping bag or a spoon, carefully fill each manicotti tube with the cheese filling. Make sure to pack the filling well.
Marinara Sauce Preparation
- 6
- 7
Add Tomatoes and Seasoning
Add the canned crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, and 1 tsp of salt to the saucepan. Stir to combine.
- 8
Simmer the Sauce
Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add chopped fresh basil towards the end.
Assembly and Baking
- 9
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 10
Layer the Marinara Sauce
Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
- 11
Arrange the Manicotti
Place the filled manicotti tubes side by side in the baking dish, then pour the remaining marinara sauce over the top.
- 12
- 13
Serve
Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, then serve hot. Optionally, sprinkle with extra Parmesan cheese before serving.
