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Stuffed Manicotti with Meat Sauce

Savory Stuffed Manicotti with Meat Sauce for Comforting Nights

A delicious Stuffed Manicotti with Meat Sauce recipe perfect for comforting nights.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 pieces Manicotti pasta shells Cooked al dente
For the Filling
  • 1 lb Ground beef Or substitute with ground turkey or chicken
  • 0.5 lb Italian sausage
  • 1 small Onion Finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 15 oz Ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese 1 cup for filling and 1 for topping
  • 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 piece Egg Beaten
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
For the Sauce
  • 24 oz Marinara sauce Consider simmering for thicker consistency
For Garnish
  • 0.5 cup Fresh parsley Chopped

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Large Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Piping Bag
  • Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Bring salted water to a boil. Cook manicotti shells for 6-8 minutes until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water.
  3. In a large skillet, cook ground beef and Italian sausage over medium heat for 6-8 minutes until browned. Drain fat, then add onion and garlic, sauté for 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add oregano, basil, salt, and pepper to the skillet, stir to combine, and cook for another minute then set aside to cool.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, 1 cup of mozzarella, Parmesan, and beaten egg. Fold in the cooled meat mixture.
  6. Carefully fill manicotti shells with the creamy filling using a piping bag or spoon.
  7. Arrange filled manicotti in the baking dish and cover with marinara sauce.
  8. Sprinkle remaining mozzarella cheese on top.
  9. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes, then remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is golden and bubbly.
  10. Let rest for 5 minutes, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 15mg

Notes

You can use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter filling, and consider adding vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for extra nutrition.

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