Manicotti Recipe: Creamy and Savory
Classic Manicotti with creamy ricotta and marinara.
Ingredients
- 12 manicotti pasta tubes
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella divided
- ½ cup grated Parmesan
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp dried basil
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 3 cups marinara sauce
- Optional: Fresh basil parsley
- Suggested Pairings: Garlic bread red wine
Instructions
- Cook manicotti al dente; drain, and rinse with cold water.
- Mix ricotta, 1 cup mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, parsley, garlic powder, basil, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning.
- Spread 1 cup sauce in a white ceramic baking dish. Pipe filling into tubes; place in a dish.
- Top with 2 cups sauce and 1/2 cup mozzarella. Bake at 375°F, covered, for 25 minutes; uncover, and bake 5–10 minutes.
- Serve in a dish with basil, parsley, garlic bread, and wine.
Notes
- Cook pasta al dente to avoid tearing.
- Store in the fridge for 3 days or freeze for 2 months.
- Try vegan or spinach variations.
- Pair with green salad.