Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparation Steps
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown ground beef with minced garlic until fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in marinara sauce and Italian seasoning, and let simmer for 10 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper until smooth and creamy.
- Cook manicotti shells in a large pot of salted boiling water for about 6-8 minutes. Drain and cool.
- Stuff each manicotti shell with cheese mixture using a piping bag.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread a layer of meat sauce in a baking dish, arrange stuffed shells, cover with remaining sauce, and sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top.
- Bake covered with foil for 30 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing to serve.
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Notes
This recipe offers flexibility with meat and vegetarian options and can be frozen for later enjoyment.
