Cheese Stuffed Manicotti (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Pasta
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8 manicotti tubes
→ Sauces and Cheeses
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24 oz marinara sauce
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15 oz ricotta
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2 cups grated mozzarella, plus some extra for the top
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1/2 cup Parmesan, shredded
→ Spices and Mix-ins
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2 eggs (large)
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2 tbsp fresh chopped parsley
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/4 tsp black pepper
# Instructions:
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Follow the cooking instructions on the package for the manicotti. Drain, then leave to cool on parchment paper.
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Set oven to 350°F. Lightly spray a 9x13 pan, then spread a thin layer of marinara sauce across the bottom.
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Combine ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, eggs, parsley, salt, and pepper in a bowl until creamy.
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Hold cooled manicotti and stuff each one with the cheese mix. Use your fingers, a small spoon, or a bag with the tip cut off. Fill both sides evenly.
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Place stuffed manicotti in one layer over the marinara. Pour the rest of the marinara over the top.
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Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes. If you'd like, sprinkle extra mozzarella on top and bake uncovered for another 5-10 minutes until the cheese melts.
# Notes:
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Wait 5-10 minutes before cutting, so the cheese inside firms up.