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Manicotti Italian Casserole Recipe

A delicious and hearty Italian casserole perfect for family dinners.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 400 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 box Manicotti shells
  • 2 cups Ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 jar Marinara sauce
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook manicotti shells according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, 1 cup mozzarella, ½ cup Parmesan, garlic, salt, and pepper.
  4. Stuff manicotti shells with the cheese mixture.
  5. Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
  6. Place stuffed shells in the baking dish and cover with remaining marinara sauce.
  7. Sprinkle remaining mozzarella and Parmesan on top.
  8. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  9. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 400kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 400mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Casserole, Manicotti
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