MANICOTTI WITH TOMATO SAUCE

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After soaking the manicotti, gently pat it dry; this will help the sauce adhere to the pasta.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 ounces sun-dried tomatoes, (about 15 halves)
6 sheets no-boil manicotti
1 sixteen-ounce container nonfat ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons roughly chopped plus 1 teaspoon fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/4 cup roughly chopped fresh basil leaves
1 large egg yolk
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups Tomato Sauce
3 tablespoons (1/2 ounce) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Olive-oil cooking spray

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Place tomatoes in small bowl; cover with 1 cup boiling water. Let stand until softened, about 15 minutes. Dry with paper towel, and cut into 1/4-inch dice; transfer to medium bowl.
  • Fill baking dish with very hot water; place manicotti sheets, one at a time, in water. Let stand 10 minutes until softened.
  • To tomatoes, add ricotta, 2 tablespoons parsley, basil, egg yolk, nutmeg, salt, and pepper, and mix well to combine. On a clean work surface, place one sheet of manicotti lengthwise. Spoon about 1/3 cup ricotta mixture along front edge; roll to form cylinder. Repeat filling-and-rolling process on all manicotti. Spray 9-by-13-inch baking dish with olive-oil spray; spoon about 1/4 cup tomato sauce on bottom.
  • Transfer manicotti to the dish in a single layer; cover with remaining 1 1/4 cups tomato sauce, and sprinkle with Parmesan. Cover with foil; bake 10 minutes. Remove foil; bake until top is browned and sauce is bubbling, 12 to 15 minutes. Garnish with remaining teaspoon parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240 g, Cholesterol 65 g, Fat 3 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 20 g, Sodium 840 g

Irene Yaga
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This is a classic Italian dish that everyone should try. It's hearty, flavorful, and sure to please everyone at the table.


Shanae Morris
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I love that this recipe can be made ahead of time. It's perfect for busy weeknights.


Chosen Bobcat
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover tomato sauce. I always have a jar of sauce in my fridge, so this is a quick and easy meal to make.


Haya Hafeez
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I'm not a fan of spicy food, so I used a mild tomato sauce. The manicotti was still very flavorful.


Boss Abel
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I'm a vegetarian, so I omitted the ground beef from the filling. The manicotti was still delicious!


Shameer Shah
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This recipe is a bit pricey, but it's worth the splurge. The ingredients are high-quality and the flavor is amazing.


Azaan Khan
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I made this recipe for a weeknight dinner and it was a hit with my family. It's a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Richard Joubert
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This dish is perfect for a special occasion. It's sure to impress your guests.


Jeff Knisley (Tinker)
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I'm not a big fan of tomato sauce, but this recipe changed my mind. The sauce is so flavorful and well-balanced.


Karolyn Mcdonald
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This is the best manicotti recipe I've ever tried. It's so flavorful and satisfying.


Sawal Sheikh
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I made this dish for my Italian grandmother and she loved it! She said it reminded her of her childhood.


Gelin Johnkerry
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This recipe is a little time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The manicotti is so delicious!


arpon sak
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I'm not a huge fan of ricotta cheese, so I substituted cottage cheese in the filling. It turned out great!


Philip Leitch
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The only thing I would change about this recipe is to add a little more garlic to the tomato sauce.


Okaka Leticia
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This dish is always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for potlucks, parties, and family gatherings.


Esther Barnes
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I love this recipe! It's my go-to dish when I'm entertaining guests.


Sethunya Motlaleng
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The manicotti shells were cooked perfectly and the filling was creamy and flavorful.


Deborah Briones
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about the flavor and texture.


Alfonso Ayala
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This manicotti recipe is a keeper! The filling was creamy and flavorful, and the tomato sauce was perfectly tangy. My family loved it.