Cheese Stuffed Manicotti In Meat Sauce Recipe

Indulge in this irresistible Cheese Stuffed Manicotti recipe! A delightful combination of tender manicotti shells, creamy ricotta cheese filling, and a hearty meat sauce, baked to perfection. This family-friendly recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a special occasion. My unique twist on a classic Italian dish – you won't be disappointed!

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 836.1 kcal
Protein 111g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cheese Stuffed Manicotti In Meat Sauce

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How to Make Cheese Stuffed Manicotti In Meat Sauce

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Bring 4 quarts of water to a rolling boil in a large pot. Add salt if desired.
  3. Add manicotti noodles and cook for 9-11 minutes, or until al dente. Check for doneness according to package directions.
  4. Drain noodles and rinse under cold water to prevent sticking. Set aside.
  5. While noodles cook, brown 1 pound of ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
  6. Stir in 24 ounces of your favorite jarred spaghetti sauce. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook for 5 minutes.
  7. In a medium bowl, combine 2 large eggs, 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese, 1/2 of the ricotta cheese (approximately 7.5 ounces), 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Mix well.
  8. Pour half of the meat sauce into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  9. Fill each manicotti noodle with the cheese mixture using a spoon or piping bag. Arrange filled noodles over the meat sauce in the baking dish.
  10. Spread the remaining ricotta cheese evenly over the manicotti. Top with the remaining meat sauce and the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella cheese.
  11. Bake, covered with foil, for 40 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until heated through and cheese is melted and bubbly.
  12. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

75 g

Sugar

84g

Fat

128g

Carbs

10g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Main Dish Beef Eggs Dairy Pasta Oven European Italian Cheese Stove Top One Dish Meal Ground Beef Meat Pasta Rice And Grains Manicotti Equipment Presentation Served Hot