Let’s preface this. This is a terrible picture! Really, very bad. Next time I make this I’ll try to get a better picture. Maybe before it’s warmed it will look better? But even though it’s not a pretty picture it is a delicious meal. One of my favorites in fact. I don’t make it too often, but everyone loves it when I do. I use Large Shells instead of Manicotti tubes. They are easier to fill.
Manicotti
14+ shells
15 oz ricotta
2 C mozzarella (shredded)
¼ C grated parmesan
2 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp pepper
3 C spaghetti sauce
Cook the shells according to the packet directions, strain and let them cool. Mix cheeses, parsley, salt and pepper, fill shells. Pour a little sauce in bottom of pan, put shells on top, pour rest of sauce on. Cook 20-40 min at 350. It’s simply to warm it completely. I just watch the sauce, and when it starts to bubble it’s done.
I double the filling, but only use one box of Jumbo Shells! If you try it let me know. If you have a different favorite recipe send it to me so I can try it out!
I actually think it looks good. It’s time for lunch and I’m starving. I do the same thing with the shells. So much easier!!
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Ashlee Reply:
August 2nd, 2010 at 11:34 pm
Right? Shells are the only way to go for Manicotti! I’m still working on taking nice looking food photo’s!
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This sounds super yummy and I'm starving right now!
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Ashlee Reply:
August 4th, 2010 at 9:52 pm
It is good and so easy compared to some Manicotti recipes!
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LOOOVE this recipe!! I’m so going to have to make it! Be sure to link it up at my link party/giveaway tomorrow!!
Have a terrific day!!
~Terrell @ FFD~
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Ashlee Reply:
August 21st, 2010 at 2:34 pm
I’m sorry I missed your link party and giveaway! I can’t wait to check it out once I get back into town and start crafting again!
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