Delicious and Cheesy Christmas Eve Manicotti Recipe

Celebrate Christmas Eve with this classic manicotti dish filled with creamy ricotta cheese, spinach, and savory marinara sauce. This recipe is sure to be a hit with your family and friends, and it's perfect for a cozy holiday dinner.

Ingredients

• 1 package of manicotti shells
• 2 cups ricotta cheese
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup chopped spinach
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 jar marinara sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh basil for garnish

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
2. Cook the manicotti shells according to package instructions.
3. In a bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, spinach, garlic, egg, salt, and pepper.
4. Fill each cooked manicotti shell with the cheese mixture and place in a baking dish.
5. Pour marinara sauce over the stuffed manicotti shells and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
6. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
7. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
8. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.

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