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Ina Garten Stuffed Manicotti Recipe

Ina Garten Stuffed Manicotti Recipe

Ina Garten Stuffed Manicotti Recipe is absolutely delicious. This classic Italian dish features tender pasta tubes.
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Course Main Dish

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Large pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spoon
  • Aluminum foil
  • Colander

Ingredients
  

  • 12 manicotti pasta tubes
  • 2 cups ricotta cheese whole milk
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese divided
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 cups marinara sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic minced

Instructions
 

  • Boil water in a large pot.
  • Add salt to the boiling water.
  • Cook manicotti according to package directions.
  • Usually takes about 8 minutes total.
  • Drain and rinse with cold water.
  • This stops them from cooking more.
  • Lay them flat on a towel.
  • Mix ricotta in a large bowl.
  • Add 1 cup mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
  • Stir in the beaten egg gently.
  • Add parsley, salt, and pepper now.
  • Mix everything until well combined smoothly.
  • The filling should be creamy and thick.
  • Preheat your oven to 375°F now.
  • Spread 1 cup marinara in baking dish.
  • Use a spoon to fill each tube.
  • Pack the filling in carefully but firmly.
  • Place stuffed manicotti in the dish side-by-side.
  • They should fit snugly together nicely.
  • Pour remaining marinara over the manicotti evenly.
  • Make sure all pasta is covered completely.
  • Sprinkle remaining mozzarella on top generously.
  • Cover dish tightly with aluminum foil.
  • Bake covered for 25 minutes first.
  • Remove foil and bake 10 more minutes.
  • Cheese should be bubbly and golden brown.
  • Let it rest 5 minutes before serving.
  • This helps everything set up properly.

Notes

  • Don't overcook the pasta tubes initially.
  • They continue cooking in the oven later.
  • Use whole milk ricotta for creamier filling.
  • Fresh mozzarella makes it even more delicious.
  • Add minced garlic to your marinara sauce.
  • Let manicotti rest before cutting into them.
  • You can prepare this dish ahead completely.
  • Refrigerate and bake when you're ready.
  • Add fresh basil on top before serving.
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