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manicotti-recipe

Manicotti Recipe

This is a classic Italian dish that's perfect for a cozy dinner.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 8 pieces Manicotti shells
  • 2 cups Ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 large Egg
  • 2 cups Marinara sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Black pepper
  • 2 tablespoon Fresh basil, chopped

Instructions 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook the manicotti shells according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, ½ cup mozzarella cheese, ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  4. Fill each manicotti shell with the cheese mixture.
  5. Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
  6. Place the filled shells in the baking dish and cover with the remaining marinara sauce.
  7. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  9. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 90mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 700IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 400mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Cheese, Pasta
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