Indulge in a culinary journey with our delectable Sausage Cheese Manicotti, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This Italian classic features tender manicotti shells stuffed with a savory blend of ground sausage, ricotta, and Parmesan cheeses, enveloped in a rich tomato sauce and melted mozzarella. Each bite is a harmonious dance of textures and flavors, leaving you craving more. If you're a cheese aficionado, our collection of cheesy recipes will satisfy your cravings. Discover the irresistible Lasagna Roll Ups, a cheesy delight with layers of pasta, cheese, and meat. For a unique twist, try the Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti Squash, a healthier take on a classic dish. And if you're looking for a quick and easy meal, the One Pot Cheesy Pasta will hit the spot with its creamy, cheesy goodness.
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SAUSAGE CHEESE MANICOTTI
This marvelous manicotti, created by our Test Kitchen staff, is cheesy, saucy and savory.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h10m
Yield 5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cook manicotti according to package directions. Meanwhile, crumble sausage into a nonstick skillet; add the red pepper and onion. Cook over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender; drain. Drain manicotti; set aside., In a bowl, combine the sausage mixture, egg whites, cottage cheese, mozzarella cheese, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, parsley, basil, fennel and pepper. Stuff into manicotti shells. Combine spaghetti sauce and water; spread 1/2 cup in an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Arrange shells over sauce; top with remaining sauce., Cover and bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese. Bake 10-15 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 462 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 1418mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 39g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
THREE CHEESE MANICOTTI WITH ITALIAN SAUSAGE MARINARA
This manicotti recipe is filled with three cheeses & Italian herbs, then covered in a delicious Italian sausage marinara sauce! Created by Whitney Bond of WhitneyBond.com.
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- To prepare the Italian Sausage Marinara
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet, add the diced onions, cook 3-4 minutes then add the garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add the sausage and cook through.
- Add the red wine, tomato paste, diced tomatoes and tomato sauce.
- Add the kosher salt, black pepper, fresh basil, parsley and oregano.
- Reduce to low, cover and simmer 20-30 minutes.
- To prepare the Three Cheese Manicotti
- Bring a large pot of water to boil.
- Add the manicotti shells and cook 4-5 minutes, drain, then set aside.
- In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta, 1 cup mozzarella, parmesan, basil, parsley and oregano.
- Place this mixture in a piping bag, or plastic bag with a cut corner.
- Pipe the cheese mixture into the manicotti shells.
- Pour half of the Italian Sausage Marinara in a casserole dish.
- Layer the manicotti shells on top.
- Pour the remaining sauce over the shells.
- Top with the remaining cup of mozzarella cheese.
- Place in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes.
SAUSAGE AND CHEESE MANICOTTI
Steps:
- For ragù and filling:
- Pierce each sausage several times with tip of knife. Place sausages in heavy large saucepan; add onion. Cover; cook over medium-low heat 5 minutes. Turn sausages over; stir onion. Cover and continue to cook until sausages release some fat and onion begins to color, about 5 minutes. Uncover; increase heat to medium. Add wine and simmer until wine evaporates and onion is golden, stirring often, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Fit food mill directly onto pan. Add tomatoes with juices and puree through mill into pan, leaving only seeds behind and scraping all tomato pulp from underside of food mill into pan; or puree tomatoes with juices in processor, then strain out seeds and add puree to pan. Add crushed red pepper. Simmer very gently over low heat until sauce thickens and reduces to scant 2 cups, stirring sauce and turning sausages occasionally, about 1 hour 15 minutes. Add slivered basil and simmer sauce 5 minutes longer. Using tongs, transfer sausages to plate and cool. Season sauce to taste with salt and pepper.
- Place ricotta in medium bowl. Mix in provolone cubes, 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan, and black pepper. Cut sausages into 1/4-inch cubes; stir into cheese mixture. Season filling to taste with salt. (Sauce and filling can be made 1 day ahead. Cover separately and chill.)
- For assembly:
- Cook manicotti in large pot of boiling salted water until still somewhat firm to bite and about 3/4 cooked, about 7 minutes (depending on brand). Using tongs, carefully transfer manicotti from pot to foil-lined baking sheet and cool.
- Brush olive oil over bottom of 13x9x2-inch glass baking dish; spread 3 tablespoons sauce over. Using teaspoon, fill each of 12 manicotti with about 1/3 cup cheese-sausage mixture. Arrange stuffed pasta in single layer in prepared dish and spoon remaining sauce over. (Can be made 2 hours ahead. Cover with plastic wrap; let stand at room temperature.)
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Sprinkle remaining 3/4 cup Parmesan atop sauce. Bake manicotti uncovered until heated through and sauce is bubbling on bottom of dish, about 20 minutes. Let manicotti stand 5 minutes and serve.
Tips:
- To ensure evenly cooked manicotti, use a large pot of boiling water and cook the manicotti for the recommended time.
- For a crispy topping, sprinkle additional grated Parmesan cheese over the manicotti before baking.
- Feel free to experiment with different types of cheese in the filling, such as mozzarella, cheddar, or ricotta.
- For a vegetarian option, replace the sausage with cooked vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, or zucchini.
- To make ahead, assemble the manicotti and bake them for 20 minutes. Then, let them cool completely and refrigerate for up to 3 days. When ready to serve, reheat them in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes.
Conclusion:
Sausage cheese manicotti is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. With its creamy filling, crispy topping, and cheesy flavor, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting recipe, give sausage cheese manicotti a try!
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