Cheese Stuffed Manicotti Recipe

Name: Cheese Stuffed Manicotti
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (20 ounce) package manicotti; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese; 1 (8 ounce) container cottage cheese; 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese; ¾ cup grated parmesan cheese (I used fresh, not dehydrated); ¼ teaspoon pepper; 1 tablespoon fresh or dried parsley (I used Italian seasoning); 1 teaspoon salt; 1 egg; 1 (26 1/2 ounce) can spaghetti sauce; ¾ cup water

Servings: persons

1 (20 ounce) package manicotti
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
1 (8 ounce) container cottage cheese
1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
¾ cup grated parmesan cheese (I used fresh, not dehydrated)
¼ teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon fresh or dried parsley (I used Italian seasoning)
1 teaspoon salt
1 egg
1 (26 1/2 ounce) can spaghetti sauce
¾ cup water

1
Mix together all ingredients except spaghetti sauce and water.
2
Stuff uncooked manicotti shell with cheese mixture.
3
Pour half of the sauce in baking dish.
4
Place filled shells on sauce.
5
Pour remaining sauce over shells.
6
Freeze.
7
To serve: Thaw, bake covered for 1 hour at 350 degrees.
8
Then
9
uncovered for and additional 15 minutes.
10
Sprinkle some cheese on top
11
if desired.

374

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (20 ounce) package manicotti, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese, 1 (8 ounce) container cottage cheese, and more.

Yes, Cheese Stuffed Manicotti falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cheese Stuffed Manicotti

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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