Manicotti Marinara With Peppers Recipe

Name: Manicotti Marinara With Peppers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces manicotti, uncooked; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 cups yellow and green bell peppers, cut into strips; 1 cup onion, slices; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 cup sliced zucchini; 1 ½ cups marinara sauce; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese; 15 ounces ricotta cheese; 1 egg, slightly beaten; ¼ cup parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

8 ounces manicotti, uncooked
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups yellow and green bell peppers, cut into strips
1 cup onion, slices
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup sliced zucchini
1 ½ cups marinara sauce
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
15 ounces ricotta cheese
1 egg, slightly beaten
¼ cup parmesan cheese

1
Cook pasta according to package directions; drain.
2
Lay flat on foil to cool.
3
In skillet, heat oil.
4
Add peppers, onion and garlic.
5
Cook over medium high heat until soft, about 5 minutes.
6
Add zucchini, sauce and HALF of the basil and oregano.
7
Cook 3 minutes.
8
Spread 1/2 cup of sauce mixture into 13x9 baking dish.
9
In bowl, stir together 1 CUP of the mozzarella, ricotta, egg, parmesan, and remaining basil and oregano.
10
Fill pasta tubes with ricotta mixture; place in dish.
11
Pour remaining sauce over pasta.
12
Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese.
13
Bake at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes.
14
Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

622

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Protein

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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

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces manicotti, uncooked, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 cups yellow and green bell peppers, cut into strips, 1 cup onion, slices, and more.

Yes, Manicotti Marinara With Peppers falls under the Vegetarian 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!

Manicotti Marinara With Peppers

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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