Manicotti (per 24) Recipe
Light airy ricotta & parmesan cheese filled crepes baked with your choice of our red sauce or marinara sauce
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Ingredients
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Manicotti Crepes
Method
Preparation and Assembly
- 1
Make the Crepes
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, eggs, milk, and salt until smooth. Let the batter rest for 30 minutes.
- 2
Prepare the Filling
In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, and chopped fresh basil. Mix until well combined.
- 3
Assemble the Manicotti
Take one crepe and place about 2 tablespoons of the cheese filling in the center. Roll the crepe around the filling and place seam side down in a greased baking dish. Repeat until all crepes and filling are used.
- 4
Add Sauce and Bake
Pour the red sauce or marinara sauce over the assembled manicotti. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly.
- 5
Serve
Let the manicotti cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and basil if desired.