Caramelized Onion and Fennel Manicotti with Marinar

Name: Caramelized Onion and Fennel Manicotti with Marinara Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups Flour; 2 cups Water; 1/4 teaspoons Salt; 6 whole Eggs; 1/2 Tablespoons Butter; 1/2 Tablespoons Olive Oil; 1 pinch Salt; 1 pinch Sugar; 1/2 whole Onion, Thinly Sliced; 1 Tablespoon Fennel Seeds; 1 container (15 Oz. Size) Ricotta Cheese; 1/4 cups Fresh Basil, Torn; 1 cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese, Divided; 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese, Divided; 3 cups Marinara Sauce

Servings: persons

2 cups Flour
2 cups Water
1/4 teaspoons Salt
6 whole Eggs
1/2 Tablespoons Butter
1/2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
1 pinch Salt
1 pinch Sugar
1/2 whole Onion, Thinly Sliced
1 Tablespoon Fennel Seeds
1 container (15 Oz. Size) Ricotta Cheese
1/4 cups Fresh Basil, Torn
1 cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese, Divided
1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese, Divided
3 cups Marinara Sauce

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To prepare the manicotti shells: 1.
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Mix flour, water, salt and eggs to make a thin batter.
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Heat a skillet over medium heat and grease with a little oil.
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Pour around 1/2 cup of the batter and cook for a couple minutes on each side (like pancakes).
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Remove from heat and set aside until you are ready to fill.
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Continue until all the batter is gone.
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To prepare the filling: 1.
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Heat butter and olive in a pan until butter is melted.
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Add onion slices and cook for around 10 minutes.
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Sprinkle with a little salt, sugar, and the fennel seeds.
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Lower heat and continue to cook over low heat for around 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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2.
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Put the onion and fennel mixture into a bowl and combine it with ricotta, basil and half of the Parmesean and mozzarella cheese.
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3.
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Spoon the mixutre into the prepared shells, roll them and place seam side down in a greased 9x13 glass baking dish.
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4.
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Pour marinara sauce over top of the manicotti.
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(You can use a jar of marinara, or make homemade.
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I have an easy one I make, which you can find in my blog.)
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Sprinkle with remaining cheeses.
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5.
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Cook for around 30-35 minutes in a 350 degrees F oven.
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Enjoy!

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups Flour, 2 cups Water, 1/4 teaspoons Salt, 6 whole Eggs, and more.

Yes, Caramelized Onion and Fennel Manicotti with Marinara Sauce falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Caramelized Onion and Fennel Manicotti with Marinara Sauce

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