Manicotti
Creamy and cheesy manicotti baked to perfection, this classic Italian dish features tender pasta stuffed with a rich ricotta mixture, topped with a flavorful tomato sauce and melted mozzarella. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, it offers comforting flavors and a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Drain the cooked manicotti and place on foil in a single layer.
- Mix ricotta cheese, bread crumbs, 1 cup of shredded mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, beaten eggs, salt, and garlic powder to create the filling.
- Stuff the cooked manicotti with the cheese mixture.
- Melt butter in a saucepan, then add tomato sauce and garlic powder to create the sauce.
- Pour some sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
- Arrange the stuffed manicotti in a single layer in the dish.
- Pour the remaining sauce over the manicotti and sprinkle with 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45 minutes.
- Uncover and bake for an additional 15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
797
kcal
40% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).