Mike’s Stuffed Manicotti w-Meat Sauce

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1
Delicious Mike's Stuffed Manicotti w-Meat Sauce recipe for your dinner tonight
in Italian

Prep

30 min

Cook

55 min

Ready In

85 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup yellow onions or 1/2 cup Spanish onion , chopped
1/2 cup finely chopped bell pepper ( red , yellow , green )
6 cloves garlic , minced
1/2 cup chopped fresh mushrooms
1 can diced tomatoes
1 can tomato sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons dried oregano
4 tablespoons chopped fresh basil or 2 tablespoons dried basil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
kosher salt
fresh ground pepper
1 lb lean ground beef
2 dashes Worcestershire sauce
kosher salt
fresh ground pepper
14 pieces manicotti , uncooked
3 1/2 cups part-skim ricotta cheese
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup graded parmesan cheese , divided ( Not the green can kind )
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
7
Calories
524
Sugar
10g
Fat
23g
Stuffed manicotti is a classic Italian dish that dates back many generations. Traditionally served as a weekend supper, it is the perfect dish to share with family and friends. This recipe for Mike's Stuffed Manicotti w-Meat Sauce combines tender manicotti shells filled with a hearty mixture of seasoned ground beef, ricotta cheese, and shredded mozzarella cheese. The filling is then smothered with a rich and flavorful tomato sauce and baked until gooey and bubbly. This dish is sure to be a hit, and leftovers can easily be reheated for lunch the next day.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
3.Add the onions, bell pepper, garlic, and mushrooms; cook until soft, about 5-7 minutes.
4.Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, oregano, basil, parsley, kosher salt, and fresh ground pepper.
5.Bring the mixture to a boil before reducing the heat to medium-low; let simmer for 20-25 minutes.
6.While the sauce is simmering, cook the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
7.Add a dash of Worcestershire sauce, kosher salt, and fresh ground pepper to season the beef.
8.Cook until the ground beef is browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
9.Spread a thin layer of the meat sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
10.Cook the manicotti according to the package directions until al dente; rinse under cold water and drain.
11.In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked ground beef, ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, 2 tablespoons of parmesan cheese, parsley, kosher salt, and fresh ground pepper.
12.Fill each manicotti shell with the cheese mixture and place them in the prepared baking dish.
13.Cover the manicotti with the remaining meat sauce.
14.Sprinkle the remaining parmesan cheese over the top of the manicotti.
15.Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
16.Remove the foil and continue to bake until the cheese is melted and bubbly, an additional 10-15 minutes.

PROS

This recipe produces a classic Italian dish, with the perfect amount of meat, cheese, and tomato sauce.

The manicotti is hearty and satisfying, making it great for a family dinner or for leftovers.

CONS

The cooking process for this recipe takes some time and requires multiple steps.

It may not be the best choice for a quick and easy weeknight dinner.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this recipe is not particularly healthy, it can be enjoyed as part of a balanced diet.
Lean ground beef, part-skim ricotta cheese, and shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese are good sources of protein.
Tomatoes are high in vitamin C and provide antioxidants, while garlic has been linked to reducing inflammation and improving heart health.

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