Three Cheese Manicotti
Indulge in the creamy, comforting delight of Three Cheese Manicotti—a classic Italian dish that is perfect for family dinners or special occasions. This recipe features tender manicotti shells filled with a rich blend of ricotta, mozzarella, and parmesan cheeses, all enveloped in a savory pasta sauce. Easy to prepare and customize, this cheesy masterpiece will satisfy both kids and adults alike. Whether you’re cooking for a crowd or meal prepping for the week ahead, this Three Cheese Manicotti is sure to become a favorite on your dinner table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces manicotti shells
- 4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons dried basil
- 1 jar (26 ounces) pasta sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Boil lightly salted water in a large pot and cook the manicotti shells for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain carefully.
- In a mixing bowl, combine 3 cups of mozzarella, ricotta, parmesan, garlic, egg, and basil; mix until well combined.
- Stuff each shell with the cheese mixture using a spoon or piping bag.
- Spread about 2 cups of pasta sauce in the baking dish, arrange the stuffed shells side by side, cover with remaining sauce and sprinkle with leftover mozzarella.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the dish (about 205g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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