Manicotti With a Twist Recipe

Name: Manicotti With a Twist
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 manicotti; 12 ounces marinara sauce; 16 ounces ricotta cheese; ½ cup shredded American cheese; ½ cup shredded gouda cheese; 4 tablespoons shredded parmesan cheese; italian seasoning; fresh parsley; salt; pepper; molasses, depends on how sweet you like it; lemon juice; sugar; Tabasco sauce

Servings: persons

4 manicotti
12 ounces marinara sauce
16 ounces ricotta cheese
½ cup shredded American cheese
½ cup shredded gouda cheese
4 tablespoons shredded parmesan cheese
italian seasoning
fresh parsley
salt
pepper
molasses, depends on how sweet you like it
lemon juice
sugar
Tabasco sauce

1
Cook the manicotti tubes according to package directions.
2
Drain when done.
3
Mix ricotta cheese, American cheese, gouda cheese, parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, italian seasoning, fresh parsley, and molasses.
4
If this is your first time using molasses, add molasses little by little so it won't become too sweet.
5
Set the mixture aside.
6
Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
7
Put the cheese mixture in a ziploc bag.
8
Tie it on the top.
9
Cut on of the corners.
10
Make sure you don't cut the corner too big -- but just enough to let the filling out.
11
Make sure its a sturdy ziploc bag, so when you squeeze it to get the cheese out, it wont rip.
12
Squeeze cheese out of ziploc bag into the 4 manicotti tubes.
13
Get a baking dish that would fit all four tubes.
14
You may use any marinara sauce, even if its store bought.
15
Mix marinara sauce with some sugar and lemon juice to give it a kick.
16
I added several drops of Tabasco sauce in my sauce to make it a little bit spicy.
17
Pour marinara sauce to the bottom of the baking dish, enough to cover the bottom of the dish.
18
Place the stuffed manicotti tubes on top of the sauce.
19
Pour marinara sauce over the manicotti.
20
Sprinkle some American cheese on top.
21
Add a little more sauce.
22
Put it in the over for about 30-35 min.
23
ENJOY!
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376

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

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.

My Personal Notes

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

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 manicotti, 12 ounces marinara sauce, 16 ounces ricotta cheese, ½ cup shredded American cheese, and more.

Yes, Manicotti With a Twist 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Manicotti With a Twist

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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