Best 5 Cheese Stuffed Manicotti Uncooked Noodles Recipes
Indulge in a culinary journey with our delectable Cheese Stuffed Manicotti, a true masterpiece that combines flavors and textures to create an unforgettable dining experience. Discover two variations of this classic Italian dish, each offering a unique culinary adventure. The first recipe introduces uncooked manicotti noodles, a clever twist that simplifies the preparation process without compromising taste. Experience the harmony of tender pasta enveloping a creamy ricotta and Parmesan cheese filling, all baked to perfection in a rich tomato sauce. Alternatively, explore the traditional method with our cooked manicotti recipe, where pre-cooked pasta shells cradle a luscious mixture of ricotta, spinach, and mozzarella, enveloped in a velvety tomato sauce. Both variations promise an explosion of flavors, textures, and aromas that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
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MAKE-AHEAD MANICOTTI
With a little advance prep this Make-Ahead Manicotti will be ready to pop in the oven when you're ready for dinner. The no-boil, make-ahead method is a real lifesaver on busy days!
Provided by Valerie Brunmeier
Categories Main Course Pasta
Time 9h5m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta cheese and eggs until blended. Stir in spinach, 2 cups mozzarella cheese, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, onion powder, salt and pepper.
- Transfer mixture to a gallon sized sealable plastic storage bag. Use scissors to cut off the tip from one of the bottom corners of the bag.
- Spread about 1 1/2 cups of marinara sauce over the bottom of a baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Use the makeshift pastry bag to squeeze the spinach and cheese mixture into the uncooked manicotti shells. Arrange the stuffed shells on top of the marinara sauce in a single layer. Pour remaining sauce over the top, being sure that all of the pasta is covered well. Cover the dish with foil and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Bake covered for 40 minutes. Remove foil, sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, and bake uncovered for another 7 to 10 minutes or until the cheese has melted and is beginning to get light golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : TransFat 1 g, ServingSize 2 shells, Calories 552 kcal, Carbohydrate 46 g, Protein 36 g, Fat 24 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Cholesterol 120 mg, Sodium 977 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 9 g
CHEESE STUFFED MANICOTTI (UNCOOKED SHELLS)
Make and share this Cheese Stuffed Manicotti (Uncooked Shells) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Impera_Magna
Categories Manicotti
Time 2h20m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Sauce: Heat olive oil in a large saucepan.
- Saute onion and garlic in oil until onion is transparent.
- Add cut up tomatoes, tomato sauce, sugar, and basil.
- Simmer about 20 minutes.
- Filling: Mix ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan, parsley, sugar, and egg together.
- Assemble: Fill uncooked manicotti shells with cheese mixture.
- Place in a lightly greased 9 x 13-inch baking dish; cover completely with sauce.
- Cover and bake at 400°F for about 1 1/4 hours or until pasta is tender.
- Uncover and sprinkle with some Parmesan cheese and bake 15 minutes longer.
- Let sit about 15 minutes before serving.
CHEESE MANICOTTI
Cheese manicotti was the first meal I cooked for my husband, and all these years later, he still enjoys it! -Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h25m
Yield 7 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, mix the first 6 ingredients; stir in 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese and 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese. In another bowl, mix marinara sauce and water; spread 3/4 cup sauce onto bottom of a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Fill uncooked manicotti shells with ricotta mixture; arrange over sauce. Top with remaining sauce., Bake, covered, 50 minutes or until pasta is tender. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese and 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese. Bake, uncovered, 10-15 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. If desired, top with additional parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 361 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 1124mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CHEESE STUFFED MANICOTTI
Homemade meat sauce served over manicotti stuffed with three cheeses. This is the best manicotti I have ever had. I always get requests for the recipe.
Provided by Melanie2008
Categories Main Dish Recipes Stuffed Main Dish Recipes
Time 1h35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef, onion, and roasted garlic in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Continue to simmer until pan juices evaporate, about 10 minutes more. Add diced tomatoes, tomato paste, sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, oregano, thyme, bay leaf, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and garlic salt; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until flavors blend, about 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook manicotti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain and cool slightly.
- Mix mozzarella cheese, cottage cheese, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, egg, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a bowl. Spoon a generous amount of the cheese mixture into each manicotti shell.
- Pour enough tomato-beef sauce to cover the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Arrange stuffed manicotti over sauce; pour remaining sauce over pasta. Cover with aluminum foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly, about 30 minutes. Sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese over manicotti and return to the oven. Bake until cheese filling is melted, 10 to 15 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 653.5 calories, Carbohydrate 55.1 g, Cholesterol 129.1 mg, Fat 26.3 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 52.6 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, Sodium 2893.5 mg, Sugar 17.9 g
NO BOIL MANICOTTI
This is an easy recipe since you don't need to precook the pasta and the shells are firm when you try to stuff them.
Provided by Smockmock
Categories Manicotti
Time 1h5m
Yield 14 manicottis, 7 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Combine Ricotta, 4 oz Mozzarella, Parmesan, 1 tsp sugar, egg, nutmeg, parsley, salt and pepper.
- Stuff uncooked manicotti generously with cheese mixture, from both ends. (Tip: I put mixture in a plastic bag and cut off a small corner to squeeze the mixture in the shells easily).
- Arrange manicotti in a single layer in a slightly greased 13 x 9 inch baking dish.
- Combine diced tomatoes, tomato paste, water, onion flakes, basil, rosemary, oregano, sugar, salt and pepper in a small or medium sauce pan and bring to just a boil.
- Pour sauce over manicotti covering completely.
- Cover baking dish with aluminum foil, crimping edges to seal tightly.
- Bake for 40 minutes at 400°F.
- Remove foil, sprinkle generously with remaining mozzarella.
- Bake uncovered for 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Tips:
- For the best results, use fresh manicotti noodles. If using dried noodles, be sure to cook them according to the package directions before stuffing.
- To make the cheese filling, use a combination of ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, and mozzarella cheese. You can also add in other ingredients, such as herbs, spices, or cooked vegetables.
- To stuff the manicotti noodles, use a piping bag or a spoon. Be sure to fill the noodles evenly and not overstuff them.
- To bake the manicotti, place them in a baking dish and cover them with tomato sauce. You can also top the manicotti with additional cheese before baking.
- Bake the manicotti for 20-25 minutes, or until the noodles are cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve the manicotti immediately with additional tomato sauce and grated Parmesan cheese.
Conclusion:
Cheese-stuffed manicotti is an impressive and delicious dish that is perfect for special occasions. With a little bit of planning and preparation, you can easily make this dish at home. Just follow the tips above and you'll be sure to end up with a delicious and memorable meal.
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