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Irresistible 12-Stuffed Manicotti Meat Sauce Perfection Recipe

Irresistible 12-Stuffed Manicotti Meat Sauce Perfection Recipe
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Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this recipe for Irresistible 12-Stuffed Manicotti Meat Sauce Perfection. Stuffed with a savory cheese mixture and topped with a hearty meat sauce, this dish is sure to please the whole family.

Ingredients

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For the Manicotti:

  • 12 manicotti shells

For the Meat Sauce:

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 lb Italian sausage
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 24 oz marinara sauce

For the Cheese Filling:

  • 15 oz ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F.Cook manicotti shells according to package directions, drain and set aside.
  2. Brown the meats:In a skillet, brown ground beef and sausage with onion and garlic. Drain excess fat.
  3. Prepare the sauce:Stir in marinara sauce and simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. Make the cheese filling:In a bowl, mix ricotta, 1 cup mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  5. Fill the manicotti:Fill each manicotti shell with cheese mixture.
  6. Assemble the dish:Spread half the meat sauce in a 9×13 baking dish. Arrange stuffed manicotti over sauce. Top with remaining sauce.
  7. Bake:Sprinkle remaining mozzarella on top. Bake covered for 30 minutes, then uncovered for 10 minutes.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian option, you can omit the ground beef and sausage and increase the amount of cheese in the filling.
  • This dish pairs well with a side salad and garlic bread.

Nutrition

Keywords: Manicotti, Stuffed Manicotti, Italian, Pasta, Meat Sauce, Cheese Filling

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