Manicotti Magic: Irresistibly Creamy & Homemade Delight
Indulge in the creamy and comforting goodness of homemade manicotti, filled with rich cheese and smothered in marinara sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 manicotti shells
- 15 ounces ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3 cups marinara sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the manicotti shells according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, basil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, mixing until well combined.
- Stuff the manicotti shells with the cheese mixture.
- Spread half of the marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
- Arrange the stuffed shells in the dish and top with the remaining marinara sauce.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add spinach or mushrooms to the cheese filling.
- Let the manicotti cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed shells
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 22 grams
- Saturated Fat: 12 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 42 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 18 grams
- Cholesterol: 60 milligrams
Keywords: Manicotti, Creamy, Homemade
Find it online: https://homerecipejournal.com/manicotti/