Ricipe
Simple Manicotti Recipe
- Serves: 2 People
- Prep Time: 55 min
- Cooking: 35 min
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Difficulty: easy
Savor the delightful taste of Stuffed Manicotti with Marinara Sauce, a beloved Italian dish! Soft manicotti shells are generously filled with a creamy blend of ricotta and spinach, then covered in a savory marinara sauce and finished with melted, golden mozzarella. This hearty meal is ideal for family gatherings or special celebrations. It's both simple and sophisticated, making it a favorite that adds warmth and flavor to any dining experience. Pair it with garlic bread or a crisp salad for the perfect Italian meal!
Ingredients
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Cook the manicotti shells in a large pot of boiling salted water for about 8 minutes, until al dente. Drain and set aside to cool.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, half of the mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, egg, spinach, garlic powder, dried basil, salt, and pepper until well mixed.
- Fill each manicotti shell with the cheese and spinach mixture using a small spoon or piping bag.
- Spread a layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
- Place the stuffed manicotti shells in the baking dish and cover with the remaining marinara sauce.
- Sprinkle the rest of the mozzarella cheese on top.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
