Three Cheese Manicotti Recipe

Name: Three Cheese Manicotti
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups ricotta cheese (15 ounces), preferably fresh; 1cup shredded mozzarella (about 6 ounces); 2/3 cup coarsely chopped basil; Salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1 cup water; 4 large eggs, lightly beaten; Unsalted butter; 3 cups tomato sauce, preferably homemade; 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

2 cups ricotta cheese (15 ounces), preferably fresh
1cup shredded mozzarella (about 6 ounces)
2/3 cup coarsely chopped basil
Salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup water
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
Unsalted butter
3 cups tomato sauce, preferably homemade
2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese

1
In a large bowl, combine the ricotta with the mozzarella, basil, 1 teaspoon of salt and the pepper.
2
In a blender, process the flour, water, eggs and 1/2 teaspoon of salt until smooth.
3
Transfer to a bowl.
4
Heat an 8-inch crepe or omelet pan over moderately high heat.
5
Lightly butter the pan and add 2 tablespoons of the batter; working quickly, swirl the pan to coat it evenly.
6
Cook until the top of the crepe is dry and the bottom is lightly golden, about 1 minute.
7
Flip the crepe and cook until the bottom is lightly golden, about 20 seconds longer.
8
Transfer the crepe to a large plate and repeat with the remaining batter to make a total of 16 crepes.
9
Preheat the oven to 375.
10
Coat the bottom of a 3-quart baking dish with 1 cup of the tomato sauce.
11
Arrange the crepes on a work surface.
12
Spoon 3 tablespoons of the ricotta filling in a line down the center of each crepe.
13
Loosely roll up the crepes and arrange them, seam side up, side by side in the baking dish.
14
Pour the remaining 2 cups of tomato sauce over the manicotti and sprinkle with the Parmesan cheese.
15
Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the tomato sauce is bubbling and the manicotti are heated through.
16
Serve piping hot.

614

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups ricotta cheese (15 ounces), preferably fresh, 1cup shredded mozzarella (about 6 ounces), 2/3 cup coarsely chopped basil, Salt, and more.

Yes, Three Cheese Manicotti 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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Three Cheese Manicotti

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