How To Make Make-Ahead Manicotti Recipe
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 8 manicotti shells
- 2 cups of ricotta cheese
- 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon of dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- 2 cups of marinara sauce
- 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese (for topping)
Instructions
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Cook the manicotti shells according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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In a large bowl, mix together ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese, parsley, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
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Stuff each manicotti shell with the cheese mixture and place them in the baking dish.
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Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the manicotti.
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Sprinkle 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese on top.
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Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30-35 minutes.
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Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Calories : 483kcal
- Total Fat : 25g
- Saturated Fat : 15g
- Cholesterol : 96mg
- Sodium : 1043mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 35g
- Dietary Fiber : 2g
- Sugar : 5g
- Protein : 30g
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