Farmhouse Manicotti With Optional Meat Sauce

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 0

Delicious Farmhouse Manicotti with Optional Meat Sauce

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

25 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

	12 large manicotti , cooked , rinsed , drained
	1 lb ground beef ( or venison combination )
	1 quart spaghetti sauce , divided
	4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese , divided
	2 cups ricotta cheese ( see note below )
	2 tablespoons dried basil ( see other note below )
	1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

728

Sugar

12g

Fat

37g

Farmhouse Manicotti with Optional Meat Sauce is a classic Italian-American dish that combines tender manicotti noodles with a hearty meat sauce and creamy ricotta cheese. It is an indulgent comfort food that is perfect for family dinners and special occasions. This recipe features a homemade meat sauce made from ground beef, spaghetti sauce, and an array of flavorful spices. The pasta shells are stuffed with a mixture of ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, and dried basil to create a filling and satisfying dish that is sure to please.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.	Brown ground beef over medium high heat until fully cooked.
3.	Add 3 cups of spaghetti sauce to the ground beef and stir until well combined.
4.	In a separate bowl, mix together 3 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese, 2 cups of ricotta cheese and 2 tablespoons of dried basil.
5.	Stuff each cooked manicotti shell with the cheese mixture and place them in a 13x9 inch baking dish.
6.	Pour meat sauce over manicotti shells and sprinkle remaining shredded mozzarella cheese and grated parmesan cheese on top.
7.	Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes, remove foil and bake for another 5-10 minutes or until cheese is golden brown and bubbly.

PROS

Farmhouse Manicotti with Optional Meat Sauce is a delicious and satisfying dish that can be enjoyed by the whole family.
It is a hearty meal that is perfect for colder months.

CONS

This dish is high in calories and fat, making it best enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
It can be time-consuming to prepare and requires several ingredients.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish contains several health benefits. Ricotta cheese is a great source of protein and calcium, which are important for maintaining strong bones and teeth. Additionally, basil has been linked to stimulating digestion and improving heart health.