Baked Manicotti Bolognese Ragu Recipe

Ingredients for Baked Manicotti Bolognese Ragu

• Part Skim Ricotta Cheese
• Fresh Parsley
• Fresh Basil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• Eggs
• Prosciutto
• Manicotti
• 8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
• Romano Cheese
• Salt And Pepper
• Unsalted Butter
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• Celery
• Carrot
• Lean Ground Beef
• Ground Pork
• Whole Milk
• Dry White Wine
• Roma Tomatoes
• Crushed Red Pepper Flakes

How to Make Baked Manicotti Bolognese Ragu

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook manicotti according to package directions; drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, brown ground beef over medium-high heat. Drain off excess grease.
3. Add onion and garlic to the skillet; cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until sauce has thickened slightly.
5. In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, and egg. Mix well.
6. Spread a thin layer of Bolognese sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
7. Fill each manicotti tube with the ricotta mixture.
8. Arrange the filled manicotti in the prepared baking dish.
9. Pour the remaining Bolognese sauce over the manicotti.
10. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
11. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly and the manicotti is heated through.