No Boil Manicotti

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2
No Boil Manicotti, an easy and delicious pasta dish
in Pasta

Prep

15 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb part-skim ricotta cheese
8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese , divided
3 tablespoons shredded parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon sugar
1 egg , slightly beaten
2 -3 dashes nutmeg
1 tablespoon dried parsley
3 dashes ground black pepper
14 manicotti , uncooked
1 can diced tomatoes
1 can tomato paste
3/4 cup water
1 tablespoon onion flakes
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon sugar
3 dashes salt
3 dashes ground black pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
7
Calories
461
Sugar
11g
Fat
22g
No Boil Manicotti is an easy and tasty Italian pasta dish that is perfect for busy weeknights. Made with uncooked manicotti shells that are stuffed with a creamy ricotta and mozzarella cheese mixture, this dish is covered in a flavorful tomato sauce that is seasoned with dried herbs and spices. The best part about this recipe is that there is no need to boil the pasta before it is baked, making it a fuss-free and convenient meal option. Serve with a side salad and garlic bread for a complete meal that the whole family will love!

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.In a large bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, 6 ounces of shredded mozzarella cheese, shredded parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon sugar, slightly beaten egg, nutmeg, dried parsley, and black pepper.
3.Pour pasta sauce and water into a 13- x 9-inch (33x23cm) baking dish. Add onion flakes, basil, rosemary, oregano, remaining 1 teaspoon sugar, salt, and black pepper to the sauce and mix well.
4.Stuff uncooked manicotti shells with ricotta mixture and place in baking dish.
5.Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
6.Remove foil and sprinkle remaining 2 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese over the top of the dish.
7.Bake uncovered for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
8.Remove from oven and let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.

PROS

No boiling of the pasta is required, so this dish is quick and easy to prepare.

It is also a convenient way to use up leftover pasta sauce and cheese.

The dish is filling and can be served as a main course or a side dish.

CONS

This dish is high in calories and fat due to the cheese used.

It also contains a lot of carbohydrates from the pasta.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish does contain some protein from the cheese and ricotta, which can help with satiety and building muscle.
However, it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet due to its high caloric content.

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