Manicotti II

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Manicotti II
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on May 18, 2023

Ingredients

  • 1 package manicotti shells
  • 1 (15-ounce) container ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 (24-ounce) jar tomato sauce

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. Cook manicotti shells according to package directions.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, egg, salt, and pepper and mix well.
  4. Spread 1/2 cup of the tomato sauce in the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  5. Fill each manicotti shell with the cheese mixture and place the filled shells in the baking dish.
  6. Pour remaining tomato sauce over the shells.
  7. Bake for 25 minutes, until the sauce is bubbling and the shells are golden brown.

Interesting Facts

  • The word “manicotti” comes from the Italian word for “muff” or “sleeve”.
  • Manicotti is a popular dish in Italian-American cuisine.
  • Manicotti is a great dish to serve at parties and potlucks.