Manicotti Recipe
Baked with mozzarella and tomato sauce.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Manicotti
Cook the manicotti pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.
- 2
Make the Filling
In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix well until smooth.
- 3
Stuff the Pasta
Using a piping bag or spoon, carefully fill each manicotti shell with the cheese mixture.
- 4
Assemble the Dish
Spread 1 cup of tomato sauce on the bottom of a baking dish. Arrange the stuffed manicotti on top of the sauce, then pour the remaining tomato sauce over the filled pasta.
- 5
Add Cheese and Bake
Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella cheese on top. Cover the 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 cheese is bubbly and golden.
- 6
Serve
Let the manicotti cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with extra parsley if desired.