HAM-STUFFED MANICOTTI

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image



Ham-Stuffed Manicotti image

I found this recipe originally in Microwave Times, Volume 5, No. 5. September 1979. I made it many times, and then I couldn't find the recipe. In 2013, I went through all my saved Microwave Times and finally found it again. I no longer follow all the instructions for using a microwave--not sure I ever did. It is a...

Provided by Ruth Ann Vokac

Categories     Pasta

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 21

14 manicotti shells
1 tsp olive oil
1/2 c red pepper, minced
8 oz fresh mushrooms, diced
1 1/2 lb ham, ground
1 pkg frozen peas (or diced broccoli or asparagus)
1 c creamed cottage cheese
1/2 c parmesan cheese, grated
2 eggs, beaten
1 1/2 tsp prepared ground mustard
SAUCE INGREDIENTS
3 Tbsp butter
1 small onion, minced
3 Tbsp flour
1/2 tsp salt
1/8 tsp pepper
1 1/2 c milk
1 tsp chives, diced
1/2 c mozzarella
1/2 c cheddar cheese or other cheese of your choice
paprika

Steps:

  • 1. Cook manicotti shells per package directions. Drain and set aside. (I usually cook a couple fewer minutes than suggested. The shells are easier to fill, and they do finish cooking in the baking process.)
  • 2. Microwave peas 2-3 minutes until thawed. (Or partially cook broccoli or asparagus.)
  • 3. Sauté peppers in oil for 2-3 minutes. Add mushrooms, and sauté until mushrooms are wilted.
  • 4. In a mixing bowl, combine ground ham, eggs, cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, mustard, mushrooms, red peppers, and peas. Mix well.
  • 5. Stuff manicotti shells with ham/cheese mixture. Arrange in two 9" x 12" dishes sprayed with cooking spray. Spoon any leftover filling at ends of shells.
  • 6. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • 7. In a sauté pan, add butter and minced onion. Sauté until onion is soft. Blend in flour, salt and pepper. Cook for 2 or 3 minutes. Stir in milk and chives. Cook until mixture boils and thickens. Stir in mozzarella and cheddar cheeses. Stir until the cheeses melt.
  • 8. Pour 1/2 of sauce mixture evenly over shells in each dish.
  • 9. Sprinkle with paprika. Bake 30-45 minutes until bubbly.

X K
[email protected]

This is the best ham stuffed manicotti recipe I've ever tried. It's easy to make and the results are always delicious. I highly recommend it!


Mia Moisa
[email protected]

Wow! This ham stuffed manicotti was amazing. The filling was creamy and flavorful, and the manicotti shells were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Kapil Yogi
[email protected]

This was a great recipe! The ham stuffed manicotti was delicious and easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Ramraja Ram
[email protected]

I've made this ham stuffed manicotti recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's easy to make and the results are always delicious.


Sir Unofficial
[email protected]

I made this ham stuffed manicotti for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone loved it! I will definitely be making this again.


ibrahim njonjo
[email protected]

This was my first time making ham stuffed manicotti and it turned out great! The filling was creamy and flavorful, and the manicotti shells were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


collins Carine
[email protected]

I made this ham stuffed manicotti for my family and they loved it. The filling was creamy and flavorful, and the manicotti shells were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Vincent Atakha
[email protected]

This ham stuffed manicotti was easy to make and it tasted great. I used a low-fat ricotta cheese and it was still creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Suman Khadka
[email protected]

I made this ham stuffed manicotti for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I used a store-bought marinara sauce and it was still delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Beatrice Tuesday
[email protected]

This ham stuffed manicotti was a bit time-consuming to make, but it was worth it. The filling was creamy and cheesy, and the manicotti shells were cooked perfectly. I served it with a side of marinara sauce and it was delicious.


K Bahadur
[email protected]

I'm not a huge fan of ham, but I decided to give this recipe a try anyway. I'm so glad I did! The ham was cooked perfectly and it was really flavorful. The manicotti shells were also cooked perfectly. Overall, this was a great recipe.


MD Naim
[email protected]

This ham stuffed manicotti recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I used fresh spinach and ricotta cheese, and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


saranya saranya
[email protected]

I made this ham stuffed manicotti and it was a huge hit with my family! The filling was creamy and flavorful, and the manicotti shells were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again soon.