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Stuffed Manicotti with Meat Sauce

Irresistibly Cheesy Stuffed Manicotti with Meat Sauce Delight

This Stuffed Manicotti with Meat Sauce is a comforting Italian dish that combines savory flavors with a creamy cheese filling.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Easy Dinners
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6 servings
Calories 500 kcal

Equipment

  • 9×13-inch baking dish
  • large skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Pot
  • spatula
  • Piping bag

Ingredients
  

For the Manicotti

  • 12 tubes Manicotti pasta these sturdy shells are perfect for holding in all that cheesy goodness!
  • 1.5 cups ricotta cheese provides a creamy texture
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese adds an irresistible stretch
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese for added flavor
  • 1 large egg binds the filling together
  • Salt season to taste
  • Pepper season to taste

For the Meat Sauce

  • 1 pound ground beef the heart of the meat sauce
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 28 ounces crushed tomatoes the base of the sauce
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning infuses the sauce with traditional flavors
  • Salt season to taste
  • Pepper season to taste

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef for 6-8 minutes.
  • Add chopped onion and minced garlic; cook until onion is translucent.
  • Stir in crushed tomatoes and Italian seasoning; simmer for 10-15 minutes.
  • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook manicotti for 6-8 minutes until al dente.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the cheeses, egg, salt, and pepper; mix until creamy.
  • Fill each manicotti tube with the cheese mixture.
  • Spread half of the meat sauce in a baking dish; place stuffed manicotti on top.
  • Pour remaining meat sauce over the stuffed manicotti.
  • Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; remove foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes.

Notes

Garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving for added flavor and appeal.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg
Keyword Cheesy, comfort food, Homemade, meat sauce, pasta, Stuffed Manicotti with Meat Sauce
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