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Easy Manicotti

Easy Manicotti

This Easy Manicotti recipe is a classic Italian dish, filled with ricotta cheese and topped with a rich homemade marinara sauce. Perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 6
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 12 pieces manicotti shells
  • 15 oz ricotta cheese whole milk preferred
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 jar marinara sauce about 24 oz
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
  • Cook manicotti shells according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop cooking.
  • In a large bowl, combine ricotta cheese, 1½ cups mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, dried basil, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well blended.
  • Fill each manicotti shell with the cheese mixture using a spoon or piping bag, then place them seam side down in the prepared baking dish.
  • Pour marinara sauce evenly over the filled manicotti and sprinkle the remaining ½ cup mozzarella cheese on top.
  • Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  • Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, add cooked spinach or ground beef to the cheese filling.