Creamy and indulgent crab stuffed manicotti with a delicious cheese sauce

This recipe for crab stuffed manicotti is a luxurious twist on a classic dish. Tender manicotti pasta tubes are filled with a creamy mixture of crab meat, ricotta cheese, and herbs, then topped with a rich cheese sauce. Perfect for a special occasion or a fancy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

• 8 manicotti shells
• 1 cup crab meat
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2 cups marinara sauce
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups milk

Directions

1. Cook manicotti shells according to package instructions, then drain and set aside to cool.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine crab meat, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Preheat oven to 375°F.
4. Stuff cooled manicotti shells with crab mixture and place in a baking dish.
5. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add flour and whisk until smooth.
6. Gradually whisk in milk and cook until thickened, stirring constantly.
7. Stir in 1 cup mozzarella cheese until melted.
8. Pour cheese sauce over stuffed manicotti in the baking dish.
9. Top with marinara sauce and remaining mozzarella cheese.
10. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
11. Serve hot and enjoy!

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