Best 6 Inside Out Manicotti Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary adventure with our tantalizing Inside-Out Manicotti recipes, a delightful fusion of classic Italian flavors and innovative culinary techniques. Embark on a journey of taste as we present three distinct variations of this beloved dish, each offering a unique symphony of textures and flavors. From the traditional baked manicotti, bursting with a rich and flavorful filling, to the crispy air fryer version, delivering a golden-brown exterior and a tender, succulent interior, our recipes cater to diverse preferences and cooking styles. And for those seeking a lighter alternative, our low-carb manicotti, crafted with zucchini or portobello mushrooms, offers a guilt-free indulgence without compromising on taste. Prepare to elevate your culinary repertoire with our Inside-Out Manicotti extravaganza, where every bite promises a delectable experience.

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EASY STUFFED MANICOTTI



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This easy Manicotti recipe is stuffed with cheese and Italian herbs, covered in Marinara sauce and baked to perfection!

Provided by Ashley Fehr

Categories     Dinner

Time 43m

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 manicotti pasta shells
2 cups Ricotta cheese (1 16 ounce/ 475g container)
2 cups mozzarella cheese (shredded, divided)
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (shredded, divided)
1 egg
1 tablespoon basil pesto
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 1/2 cups marinara sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add manicotti and boil for the 7-8 minutes, until almost tender*.
  • Drain and rinse manicotti 2-3 times under cold water until cooled to room temperature.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together ricotta, 1 cup mozzarella, 1/4 cup Parmesan, egg, pesto, salt, and pepper.
  • Place ricotta mixture in a large piping bag or large freezer bag and snip the end.
  • Lightly grease a 9x13 baking dish and spread 1 cup of marinara sauce in the bottom.
  • Fill each manicotti shell with ricotta cheese mixture and line up on top of the marinara sauce in the baking dish, dividing the ricotta evenly between the 12 manicotti.
  • Top the filled manicotti with the remaining 1 1/2 cups sauce, 1 cup mozzarella cheese, and 1/4 cup Parmesan.
  • Lightly grease a piece of foil or lid and cover the baking dish. Bake at 375°F for 25-30 minutes until heated through and pasta is tender. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2 manicotti, Calories 451 kcal, Carbohydrate 33 g, Protein 27 g, Fat 23 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Cholesterol 104 mg, Sodium 1395 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 6 g

MANICOTTI



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 pound fresh spinach, tough stems removed, or a 10-ounce package frozen spinach, thawed
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
12 manicotti shells
3 cups Marinara Sauce, recipe follows
2 large eggs
1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese (about 1 pound)
1 cup shredded mozzarella (about 4 ounces)
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese or a mixture of half Pecorino and Parmesan
Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg
2 teaspoons unsalted butter, diced
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 medium onion, diced (about 3 tablespoons)
3 cloves garlic, chopped
One 28-ounce can whole peeled tomatoes with their juices (3 1/2 cups), roughly chopped
1 sprig fresh thyme
1 sprig fresh basil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • If using fresh spinach, bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat, and season generously with salt. Fill a medium bowl with ice water and season with salt. Boil the spinach until tender, about 3 to 4 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon, (keep the water in the pot boiling), and immediately plunge the spinach into the ice water. Drain and squeeze the excess water from the spinach, and finely chop. Alternatively, if using thawed spinach, simply squeeze, and finely chop. Set aside.
  • In the same large pot of boiling water, cook the manicotti shells according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and pat dry.
  • Spread 1 cup of the marinara sauce in the bottom of a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Lightly beat the eggs in a medium bowl. Add the spinach, ricotta, mozzarella, and 1/3 cup of the grated cheese and mix until evenly combined. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt, the nutmeg and pepper. Spoon the cheese mixture into the manicotti shells and line them up in the baking dish. Cover with the remaining 2 cups sauce. Scatter the remaining 2/3 cup grated cheese on top and dot with the butter.
  • Bake for 30 minutes. Serve immediately.
  • Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook, stirring, until lightly browned, about 3 minutes. Add the tomatoes and the herb sprigs and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover and cook for 10 minutes.
  • Remove and discard the herb sprigs. Stir in 2 teaspoons salt and season with pepper to taste. Use right away, or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.
  • Yield: 3 1/2 cups
  • Copyright 2001 Television Food Network, G.P. All rights reserved.

MANICOTTI



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Delicious! Serve with a crispy salad and garlic bread, and you'll have a dish your family will love! The kids like to help stuff the noodles too!

Provided by Anny

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pint part-skim ricotta cheese
8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 eggs
1 teaspoon dried parsley
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste
1 (16 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
5 ½ ounces manicotti pasta

Steps:

  • Cook manicotti in boiling water until done. Drain, and rinse with cold water.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, combine ricotta, mozzarella, and 1/2 cup Parmesan, eggs, parsley, and salt and pepper. Mix well.
  • Pour 1/2 cup sauce into an 11x17 inch baking dish. Fill each manicotti shell with 3 tablespoons cheese mixture, and arrange over sauce . Pour remaining sauce over top, and sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake 45 minutes, or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 676.3 calories, Carbohydrate 53.2 g, Cholesterol 188.8 mg, Fat 30.9 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 46 g, SaturatedFat 17.1 g, Sodium 1254.7 mg, Sugar 12.6 g

INSIDE-OUT MANICOTTI



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Pasta recipe that can be easily frozen. Use it for once-a-month-cooking (OAMC). The recipe makes enough for an 8x8 pan, double it for a 9x11 pan.

Provided by seventrees

Categories     Penne

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

0.5 (26 ounce) jar ragu spaghetti sauce
0.5 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese
1 egg
4 cups of cooked penne pasta

Steps:

  • Beat egg and split (you will use only 1/2 an egg for an 8x8 pan).
  • Mix Ricotta cheese and 1 cup of mozzarella cheese.
  • Spread a thin layer of sauce on the bottom of your pan.
  • Layer 2 cups of pasta, then layer 1/2 of cheese mixture and a layer of sauce.
  • Repeat layers.
  • Add 1/2 cup of plain mozzarella cheese on top of last layer.
  • Cover and cook at 350 degrees for 20 minutes or freeze.
  • Defrost completely prior to cooking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 687.7, Fat 22.3, SaturatedFat 11.1, Cholesterol 114.3, Sodium 799.5, Carbohydrate 96.9, Fiber 11.9, Sugar 9.3, Protein 26.9

BEEF AND CHEESE MANICOTTI



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 teaspoons olive oil
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
1 pound ground beef
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
14 (8-ounce package) manicotti
1 (15-ounce) container whole-milk ricotta
3 cups shredded mozzarella
1 cup grated Parmesan
2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 cups marinara sauce
2 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces

Steps:

  • Heat a heavy medium skillet over medium heat. Add 1 teaspoon of the olive oil, onion and ground beef. Season with salt and pepper. Saute until the meat browns and the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat, and cool.
  • Brush 1 teaspoon of oil over a large baking sheet. Cook the manicotti in a large pot of boiling salted water until slightly softened, but still very firm to the bite, about 4 to 6 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the manicotti from the pot to the oiled baking sheet and cool.
  • Meanwhile, combine the ricotta, 1 1/2 to 2 cups mozzarella cheese, 1/2 cup Parmesan, and parsley. Add the garlic, salt, and pepper to taste, and mix. Stir the cooled meat mixture into the cheese mixture.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Brush the remaining 2 teaspoons of oil over a 13 by 9 by 2-inch glass baking dish. Spoon 1 1/2 cups of the marinara sauce over the bottom of the prepared dish. Fill the manicotti with the cheese-meat mixture. Arrange the stuffed pasta in a single layer in the prepared dish and spoon the remaining sauce over.
  • Sprinkle the remaining 1 1/2 cups of mozzarella cheese, then the remaining 1/2 cup of Parmesan over the stuffed pasta. Dot entire dish with the butter pieces. Bake the manicotti uncovered until heated through and the sauce bubbles on the sides of the dish, about 30 to 35 minutes. Let the manicotti stand 5 minutes and serve.

SPINACH CHEESE MANICOTTI



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My husband says this dish is restaurant quality. It can be made ahead and kept in the refrigerator overnight. Very filling and great served with a salad and garlic bread.

Provided by Ernie

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
½ cup minced onion
1 egg
2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
½ teaspoon pepper
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
2 (26 ounce) jars spaghetti sauce
1 ½ cups water
1 (8 ounce) package manicotti shells

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, combine ricotta, spinach, onion and egg. Season with parsley, pepper and garlic powder. Mix in 1 cup mozzarella and 1/4 cup Parmesan. In a separate bowl, stir together spaghetti sauce and water.
  • Spread 1 cup sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Stuff uncooked manicotti shells with ricotta mixture, and arrange in a single layer in the dish. Cover with remaining sauce. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 45 to 55 minutes, or until noodles are soft.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 576.1 calories, Carbohydrate 69 g, Cholesterol 81.8 mg, Fat 20.5 g, Fiber 9.2 g, Protein 29.8 g, SaturatedFat 9.7 g, Sodium 1409.9 mg, Sugar 24.4 g

Tips:

  • Selecting the Right Pasta: Choose large manicotti shells that can hold a generous amount of filling. Ensure they are cooked al dente to maintain their structure during baking.
  • Preparing the Filling: For a creamy and flavorful filling, use a combination of ricotta cheese, parmesan cheese, spinach, and herbs. Adjust the seasoning to your preference, adding salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  • Stuffing the Manicotti: Fill a piping bag fitted with a star tip with the prepared filling. Carefully stuff the manicotti shells, ensuring not to overfill them. This will prevent them from bursting during baking.
  • Baking the Manicotti: Arrange the stuffed manicotti in a baking dish coated with marinara sauce. Top with additional sauce and sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top. Bake in a preheated oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the manicotti is heated through.
  • Garnish and Serving: Before serving, garnish the manicotti with fresh herbs like basil or parsley. Serve immediately with additional marinara sauce and grated parmesan cheese on the side.

Conclusion:

Inside-out manicotti is a delightful twist on the classic Italian dish that combines the flavors of manicotti and lasagna. By stuffing large manicotti shells with a creamy filling and baking them in a marinara sauce, this recipe creates a unique and delicious meal. With its blend of textures and flavors, inside-out manicotti is sure to impress your family and friends. Its versatility allows for customization, enabling you to experiment with different fillings and sauces to create your own signature dish. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out, this recipe is a must-try for any pasta lover looking for a fun and flavorful dish.

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