Best 3 Special Manicotti Recipes
Indulge in a culinary journey with our delectable manicotti recipes, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Experience the classic rendition of Manicotti al Forno, where succulent ricotta and spinach filling is enveloped in tender pasta sheets, baked to perfection in a velvety tomato sauce. For a lighter variation, try our Manicotti di Zucca e Spinaci, a vibrant combination of butternut squash, spinach, and ricotta, nestled in delicate pasta shells, and bathed in a creamy sauce. Craving a vegetarian delight? Our Manicotti di Melanzane e Pomodori is a delightful creation featuring roasted eggplant, sun-dried tomatoes, and a rich tomato sauce, all wrapped in pasta sheets. And for seafood lovers, our Manicotti di Granchio e Gamberi offers a savory blend of crab and shrimp, enveloped in a luscious lobster sauce, sure to transport you to culinary bliss. Each recipe is meticulously crafted to ensure an unforgettable dining experience.
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SPECIAL CHEESE MANICOTTI
Shredded zucchini and bottled Italian salad dressing give such yummy flavor to the cheese filling in this pasta bake that guests will never miss the meat. "It's the perfect size for a small gathering," informs Lisa Otis of Drain, Oregon.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h
Yield 7 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook manicotti according to package directions; rinse in cold water and drain. In a large bowl, combine 2 cups mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, parsley, salt, pepper and nutmeg. Stir in the egg, sour cream, salad dressing and zucchini., Carefully stuff manicotti with cheese filling. Place in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Pour spaghetti sauce over top. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella. Bake 5 minutes longer or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 396 calories, Fat 20g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 879mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 20g protein.
SPECIAL MANICOTTI
This classic casserole is terrific to serve at more casual Christmas gatherings. It's so special because it features both a white and red sauce.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- In a saucepan, combine the water, tomato paste, sugar and Worcestershire sauce. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain and set aside. , Place spinach in a steamer basket; place in a saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 2-3 minutes or until wilted. Drain on paper towels; finely chop. Add to beef. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, cream, egg, parsley, salt and pepper. Stuff into manicotti shells. Spread 1 cup of the tomato sauce in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Place manicotti over sauce., For white sauce, melt butter in a small saucepan. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Pour over manicotti. Top with remaining tomato sauce., Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Uncover; bake 15 minutes longer or until heated through. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts :
SPECIAL MANICOTTI
This recipe comes from a cookbook, A Cause For Applause. I posted the recipe as stated in the book, but I'll list a few "good to know" tips I discovered when making it. I used 2 tbsp sugar, 1 1/2 tsp dried basil leaves, 1 tsp salt and an 8 ounce container of chive & onion cream cheese spread because that's all I could find. I used a 14 1/2 Ounce can of diced tomatoes. Be sure to buy two 8 Ounce boxes of manicotti shells to allow for breakage. A little tip I learned about manicotti shells and lasagna strips is not to boil them. I clean my sink very well and fill it with hot tap water and let the pasta soak for 20 minutes. It finishes cooking in the dish when baked. The pan I used was apprxoximately 10x14 and I was able to fit 21 shells in the pan. I still had a little filling left and probably could have stuffed about 4-5 more shells but I didn't have any shells that weren't broken. The left over filling makes a great spread for crackers. I guess I may not have stuffed mine as full so I was able to yield more shells. I found the best way to stuff the shells was by hand - just simply put a little stuffing in at a time until full. Also, I did not grease my pan and nothing stuck. I covered the dish with foil and baked it for 20 minutes then uncovered and baked another 20 minutes. This dish is a little labor intensive, but is so good and so worth it. I cook my sauce one day and put it together the next so it doesn't seem so time consuming.
Provided by Luby Luby Luby
Categories Manicotti
Time 3h45m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 26
Steps:
- Remove Italian sausage from casing and crumble well in dutch oven.
- Add ground beef, onions and garlic to sausage and cook over medium heat until browned, stirring to crumble meat.
- Remove from fire and drain well.
- Add tomato sauce to dutch oven and the next 11 ingredients.
- Over medium heat bring to a boil then cover, reduce heat and simmer for 2 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Cook manicotti shells in salted boiling water according to package directions.
- Drain on paper towels.
- Combine cream cheeses and the next 7 ingredients in a large bowl or mixer.
- Stuff mixture into shells.
- Spoon half the sauce into a lightly greased 14x12 inch baking pan or 2 lightly greased 2 1/2 quart shallow casserole dishes.
- Place stuffed shells over sauce.
- Spoon remaining sauce over shells.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 30-40 minutes or until heated.
- Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 713.5, Fat 49.7, SaturatedFat 25.6, Cholesterol 166.4, Sodium 2012.5, Carbohydrate 26.6, Fiber 5, Sugar 15, Protein 42.8
Tips:
- Cook the manicotti shells according to the package instructions. Make sure they are cooked al dente, or slightly firm to the bite, as they will continue to cook in the sauce.
- Use a variety of cheeses in the filling. This will give the manicotti a more complex and flavorful filling. Some good options include ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, and Asiago cheese.
- Add some vegetables to the filling. This will make the manicotti more nutritious and add some extra flavor. Good options include spinach, zucchini, mushrooms, and onion.
- Use a flavorful sauce. The sauce is what will really make the manicotti shine. You can use a simple tomato sauce, or you can try a more complex sauce, such as a creamy Alfredo sauce or a pesto sauce.
- Bake the manicotti until it is bubbly and golden brown. This will ensure that the manicotti is cooked through and that the cheese is melted and gooey.
Conclusion:
Manicotti is a delicious and versatile dish that can be made with a variety of fillings and sauces. It is a perfect meal for a special occasion or a weeknight dinner. With a little creativity, you can create a manicotti dish that everyone will love.
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