Ricotta Cheese

This epic 10-pound lasagna recipe is a crowd-pleaser! Years in the making, this recipe delivers rich, flavorful layers of cheesy goodness. Perfect for family gatherings or potlucks, it's easily made ahead – bake fresh or freeze for later. Get ready for the most impressive lasagna you've ever made!

Craving comfort food without the guilt? This Lite Bleu recipe is a lighter, healthier twist on a classic! We've dramatically reduced the calories, fat, and carbs from the original recipe (656 calories, 34.4g fat, 47.7g carbs down!), creating a delicious and satisfying meal perfect for weight loss. Enjoy all the flavor of stuffed shells with significantly fewer calories. This complete meal is part of our weight loss diet plan – discover more healthy recipes on our homepage!

This lightened-up recipe from a 2004 Weight Watchers magazine is a delicious and surprisingly low-point way to enjoy classic manicotti! Each serving (2 manicotti) clocks in at only 4 points (using fat-free ricotta). Creamy artichoke hearts mingle with ricotta cheese, Parmesan, and scallions in perfectly baked pasta shells. A simple marinara sauce and bubbly mozzarella cheese complete this satisfying and guilt-free meal. Get ready for a flavor explosion that's both healthy and incredibly tasty!

Craving a comforting, cheesy lasagna but short on time? This incredibly easy no-boil lasagna recipe delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort! Our tweaked family recipe uses Italian sausage for a rich, savory taste (easily swappable for ground beef), and boasts layers of creamy ricotta, vibrant tomato sauce, and melty mozzarella. Get ready for a crowd-pleasing dish that's ready in under 2 hours!

Experience a flavor explosion with these Baked Chicken Lasagna Rolls! This recipe, originally featured in Cooking Light Supper Clubs and created for Dragone Cheese, offers a lighter take on a classic comfort food. Juicy chicken and creamy ricotta are nestled in perfectly rolled lasagna noodles, bathed in rich tomato sauce, and topped with melted mozzarella. A quick and easy weeknight meal the whole family will love!

This classic Baked Macaroni Delight recipe, straight from an old Polly-O cheese cookbook, delivers a hearty and comforting Italian-American pasta bake your family will crave. Imagine layers of tender pasta, savory sausage, creamy ricotta, and melted mozzarella, all baked to bubbly perfection. Serve with a simple salad and crusty bread for a complete and satisfying meal. Even better the next day!

This decadent Baked Manicotti recipe elevates the classic Italian dish with flavorful ground sausage, creamy white sauce, and a touch of fresh herbs. A simplified, make-ahead stuffing method saves time, while the blend of rich sausage and ricotta filling, layered with vibrant red and white sauces, creates a symphony of flavors. Perfectly paired with garlic artichokes (recipe #61210) and a crisp garden salad for a complete and unforgettable Italian feast!

Experience the authentic taste of Italy with this incredible Baked Manicotti recipe! For 25 years, this time-honored recipe has been a family favorite, featuring delicate homemade crepe-style manicotti shells filled with a rich and creamy cheese mixture, then baked in a luscious tomato sauce. Skip the store-bought shells and elevate your manicotti game to a whole new level – it's worth the effort! This recipe is perfect for a special occasion or a truly unforgettable weeknight dinner.

This classic Baked Manicotti recipe, inspired by a vintage women's magazine, has been a family favorite for generations! Enjoy tender manicotti shells overflowing with a rich meat and cheese filling, smothered in a luscious tomato sauce, and baked to bubbly perfection. Double the recipe (as I do!) and freeze half for a future meal. Serve with a fresh salad, garlic bread, and a bold red wine for a truly unforgettable Italian feast.

Escape the stress of your day with this comforting and healthy baked pasta dish! Made with whole wheat penne, sun-dried tomatoes, and creamy ricotta cheese, this recipe is surprisingly easy and delivers big on flavor. It's the perfect weeknight meal that's both satisfying and wholesome. Get ready for a burst of Mediterranean sunshine in every bite!

This cheesy, comforting baked rigatoni is a quick and easy weeknight meal inspired by Food & Wine magazine! Skip the stuffing and enjoy perfectly cooked rigatoni tossed in a creamy spinach and ricotta filling, topped with melted fontina, and baked to golden perfection. A faster, simpler take on classic cannelloni, this recipe is guaranteed to become a family favorite.

This isn't your average baked spaghetti! Developed by sisters for late-night study sessions (and many happy bellies since!), this recipe delivers cheesy, spicy goodness in abundance. Perfect for feeding a crowd or enjoying leftovers – it freezes beautifully and can even be prepped the day before. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

This creamy, cheesy spinach casserole is a crowd-pleaser! A baker's heat shield prevents over-browning, ensuring perfectly golden cheese and tender spinach throughout. Easy to make and guaranteed to be a delicious side dish or light meal.

Indulge in this irresistible Baked Ziti recipe – a classic Italian comfort food! Creamy ricotta, savory sausage, and perfectly baked pasta smothered in rich marinara and melted mozzarella. This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a cozy weekend meal. Get ready for a taste of Italy!

This baked ziti recipe is a flavor explosion! Juicy Italian sausage, creamy ricotta, and perfectly cooked ziti are smothered in a rich tomato sauce and baked to bubbly perfection. Easy to customize with your favorite meats and veggies, this recipe is a guaranteed weeknight winner (and rarely leaves any leftovers!).

This 5-star lasagna recipe is a game-changer! Using Barilla no-boil lasagna noodles, this recipe cuts down on prep time significantly, resulting in a creamy, cheesy, and incredibly flavorful lasagna in under 90 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this crowd-pleasing dish is guaranteed to become a family favorite. Easily doubled for freezing and sharing – ideal for housewarmings or baby showers!

Get ready to be amazed! These BBQ Stuffed Shells are a unique and surprisingly delicious twist on a classic. Perfectly tender jumbo pasta shells are brimming with a flavorful BBQ-infused filling, then baked to bubbly perfection. A crowd-pleasing side dish for your next potluck or BBQ, or a hearty main course alongside potato salad and baked beans. Prepare to impress your friends and family with this unexpected culinary delight!

This irresistible Beef Cheese Manicotti recipe, inspired by the Food Network's Everyday Italian, is surprisingly simple to make yet delivers incredible flavor! Perfect for a family dinner or a large gathering, this recipe easily scales up or down. Enjoy tender manicotti shells overflowing with a savory blend of ground beef, ricotta, and melted mozzarella, all bathed in a rich tomato sauce. Get ready for a taste of Italy that everyone will adore!