For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a splash of red wine to the meat sauce while it simmers. Ensure the manicotti shells are only cooked until al dente to prevent them from becoming too soft and tearing when stuffed. Allow the stuffed manicotti to cool slightly before serving to prevent burning.
Cheese Stuffed Manicotti
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME1 hrs 20 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 35 mins
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SERVING6 People
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VIEWS21
Delicate manicotti shells, generously filled with a luscious three-cheese blend, nestled in a rich, homemade meat sauce. A comforting Italian classic, perfect for sharing and guaranteed to impress.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate55 g
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Cholesterol129 mg
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Fiber5 g
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Protein53 g
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Saturated Fat13 g
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Sodium2894 mg
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Sugar18 g
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Fat26 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepIn a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef with diced onion and roasted garlic until the beef is crumbly (5-7 minutes). Continue to cook until pan juices evaporate (approximately 10 minutes). Add diced tomatoes, tomato paste, sugar, 1 ½ teaspoons salt, bay leaf, oregano, thyme, ½ teaspoon black pepper, and garlic salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer until the sauce thickens and the flavors meld (about 30 minutes).
02
StepPreheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
03
StepBring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the manicotti shells and cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until al dente (about 8 minutes). Drain and cool slightly.
04
StepIn a bowl, combine cottage cheese, mozzarella cheese, ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, egg, ½ teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper. Mix well. Carefully spoon the cheese filling into each manicotti shell.
05
StepPour a layer of the meat sauce to cover the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Arrange the stuffed manicotti over the sauce. Pour the remaining sauce over the manicotti. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil.
06
StepBake in the preheated oven until bubbly (about 30 minutes). Remove the foil, sprinkle the remaining ¼ cup Parmesan cheese over the manicotti, and return to the oven. Bake until the cheese is melted and lightly golden (10-15 minutes).
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Ericka Jacobson
Jun 20, 2025A little time-consuming, but well worth the effort. This is restaurant-quality manicotti!
Edmond Aufderhar
Jun 18, 2025My family absolutely loved this recipe! It's a new favorite in our house.
Briana Emard
Jun 16, 2025Easy to follow recipe and delicious results. I will definitely be making this again!
Cyril Fahey
Jun 5, 2025This was the best manicotti I have ever made! The sauce was so flavorful and the cheese filling was perfect.
Madison Connelly
Jun 2, 2025I added some ricotta cheese to the filling and it was even better! Thanks for the great recipe!
Concepcion Toy
May 5, 2025The sauce took a little longer to thicken than expected, but it was worth the wait.