Cheese Stuffed Manicotti (Uncooked Shells) Recipe

Name: Cheese Stuffed Manicotti (Uncooked Shells)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Sauce; 6 tablespoons olive oil; 1 garlic clove (minced); 1 medium onion (chopped); 2 tablespoons snipped parsley; 2 (32 ounce) cans whole tomatoes (cut up); 2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1/2 teaspoon basil; Cheese Filling; 1 lb ricotta cheese; 1/4 lb grated mozzarella cheese; 1 tablespoon snipped parsley; 3 teaspoons parmesan cheese (grated); 2 teaspoons sugar; 1 egg, slightly beaten; Topping; additional parmesan cheese, grated

Servings: persons

Sauce
6 tablespoons olive oil
1 garlic clove (minced)
1 medium onion (chopped)
2 tablespoons snipped parsley
2 (32 ounce) cans whole tomatoes (cut up)
2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon basil
Cheese Filling
1 lb ricotta cheese
1/4 lb grated mozzarella cheese
1 tablespoon snipped parsley
3 teaspoons parmesan cheese (grated)
2 teaspoons sugar
1 egg, slightly beaten
Topping
additional parmesan cheese, grated

1
Sauce: Heat olive oil in a large saucepan.
2
Saute onion and garlic in oil until onion is transparent.
3
Add cut up tomatoes, tomato sauce, sugar, and basil.
4
Simmer about 20 minutes.
5
Filling: Mix ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan, parsley, sugar, and egg together.
6
Assemble: Fill uncooked manicotti shells with cheese mixture.
7
Place in a lightly greased 9 x 13-inch baking dish; cover completely with sauce.
8
Cover and bake at 400u00b0F for about 1 1/4 hours or until pasta is tender.
9
Uncover and sprinkle with some Parmesan cheese and bake 15 minutes longer.
10
Let sit about 15 minutes before serving.

609

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* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Sauce, 6 tablespoons olive oil, 1 garlic clove (minced), 1 medium onion (chopped), and more.

Yes, Cheese Stuffed Manicotti (Uncooked Shells) 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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Cheese Stuffed Manicotti (Uncooked Shells)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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