Super Easy Working Mom'S Manicotti Recipe

Name: Super Easy Working Mom'S Manicotti
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces manicotti, uncooked about 14 pieces; 26 ounces spaghetti sauce, approx. 3 cups; 1 cup water; 15 ounces ricotta cheese, approx. 2 cups; 8 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded approx. 2 cups; 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated (we prefer the three cheese blend of asiagio,parm and romano); 1 egg; 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped fresh; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 lb Italian sausage (can sub assorted veggies for sausage if desired such as peppers, zucchini, aubergine, etc); 1 (7 ounce) can mushrooms, sliced and drained; garlic, to taste; 1 teaspoon italian seasoning; salt, to taste; pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

8 ounces manicotti, uncooked about 14 pieces
26 ounces spaghetti sauce, approx. 3 cups
1 cup water
15 ounces ricotta cheese, approx. 2 cups
8 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded approx. 2 cups
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated (we prefer the three cheese blend of asiagio,parm and romano)
1 egg
2 tablespoons parsley, chopped fresh
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 lb Italian sausage (can sub assorted veggies for sausage if desired such as peppers, zucchini, aubergine, etc)
1 (7 ounce) can mushrooms, sliced and drained
garlic, to taste
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste

1
Heat oven to 400u00b0F.
2
Cook thoroughly sausage and mushrooms (or saute assorted veggies if making veggie version) with garlic,italian seasoning and salt and pepper to taste.
3
In saucepan, combine spaghetti sauce and water; heat to boiling, stirring frequently.
4
Reduce heat; keep warm.
5
In bowl, stir together cheeses, parsley, egg, salt and pepper; spoon into uncooked pasta tubes.
6
Pour 1 cup sauce on bottom of 13x9x2-inch glass baking dish; arrange filled pasta in single layer over sauce.
7
Pour remaining sauce over pasta; sprinkle with cheese if desired and cover with foil.
8
Bake 40 minutes or until hot and bubbly. Remove foil; bake 5 minutes longer.
9
Serve -pasta and filling will be HOT!
10
Enjoy!
11
To make ahead and freeze:
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MAKE AHEAD DIRECTIONS: Prepare as directed above; cool 30 minutes.
13
Cover tightly with plastic wrap; then foil.
14
Freeze up to 2 months.
15
Thaw in refrigerator overnight (casserole is too dry if heated from frozen state)May want to add a small amount of additional moisture- water or sauce.
16
Bake at 350u00b0F 60 minutes or until hot and bubbly.

415

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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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces manicotti, uncooked about 14 pieces, 26 ounces spaghetti sauce, approx. 3 cups, 1 cup water, 15 ounces ricotta cheese, approx. 2 cups, and more.

Yes, Super Easy Working Mom'S 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!

Super Easy Working Mom'S Manicotti

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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