Baked Manicotti Recipe
House-stuffed, tubular noodles stuffed with ricotta cheese, and baked in your choice of tomato or white sauce
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Stuffing
Sauce
Method
Preparation
- 1
Cook the Manicotti Noodles
In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the manicotti noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.
- 2
Prepare the Filling
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, chopped parsley, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
Assembly and Baking
- 3
Stuff the Noodles
Using a spoon or a piping bag, carefully fill each manicotti noodle with the cheese mixture, being careful not to overfill.
- 4
Prepare the Baking Dish
Spread 1 cup of tomato sauce (or white sauce) in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- 5
Arrange the Stuffed Noodles
Place the stuffed manicotti in the baking dish, side by side, until the dish is filled.
- 6
Add Sauce and Cheese
Pour the remaining sauce over the stuffed noodles, ensuring they are well covered. Sprinkle with any remaining mozzarella or Parmesan cheese on top.
- 7
Bake the Manicotti
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 cheese is bubbly and golden.
- 8
Serve
Allow the baked manicotti to cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with additional parsley if desired.
