Manicotti

Manicotti is a classic Italian dish that features large pasta tubes filled with a savory cheese and spinach mixture, topped with marinara sauce and baked to perfection. This recipe is a crowd-pleaser and perfect for a cozy family dinner or a special gathering.

Manicotti

Ingredients

  • 1 box manicotti pasta
  • 1 15-ounce container ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup chopped spinach
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups marinara sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook the manicotti according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside to cool.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, chopped spinach, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
  4. Using a piping bag or a small spoon, fill each manicotti tube with the cheese and spinach mixture.
  5. Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish. Place the filled manicotti in the dish and top with the remaining marinara sauce.
  6. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and the manicotti is heated through.
  7. Let the manicotti cool for a few minutes before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
45 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
18g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Baking dish Foil

Tools

Piping bag (optional)

Serving suggestions

Serve the manicotti with a side salad and garlic bread for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

To make filling the manicotti easier, use a piping bag or a plastic storage bag with the corner snipped off to pipe the cheese mixture into the pasta tubes.

Cost

$15