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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 40 Minutes |
Ready In: 60 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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This is a family favorite around our house, even my husband who isn't keen on cheese, loves this. Ingredients:
12 uncooked manicotti |
1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese |
1 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded) |
1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded) |
2 eggs |
1/4 cup parmesan cheese |
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese |
1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning |
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder |
1/8 teaspoon salt |
1/8 teaspoon pepper |
3 cups prepared spaghetti sauce |
Directions:
1. Par-boil manicotti noodles, drain. 2. Place in a bowl of cold water to prevent sticking. 3. Preheat oven to 350°F. 4. Combine eggs, 1/4 cup of the parmesan cheese, 1/2 of the mozzarella,cheddar and ricotta cheeses and the seasonings. 5. Drain shells, pat dry with paper towels. 6. Fill shells with cheese mixture, spread 1/2 cup of the prepared spaghetti sauce over bottom of shallow 3 quart baking dish. 7. Arrange filled shells over sauce; cover with remaining sauce and spoon remaining ricotta over each shell. 8. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella, cheddar and parmesan cheeses. 9. Bake covered loosely with foil for 40 minutes. |
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