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Irresistible 12-Stuffed Manicotti Meat Sauce Perfection Recipe

Irresistible 12-Stuffed Manicotti Meat Sauce Perfection Recipe
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Indulge in the irresistible flavors of this 12-Stuffed Manicotti with Meat Sauce Perfection that combines savory meats, rich cheeses, and aromatic herbs in a comforting baked dish.

Ingredients

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Manicotti:

  • 12 manicotti shells

Meat Sauce:

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 lb Italian sausage
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 24 oz marinara sauce

Cheese Filling:

  • 15 oz ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F.

    2. Cook manicotti shells according to package directions, drain and set aside.

  2. In a skillet, brown ground beef and sausage with onion and garlic.

    3. Drain excess fat. Stir in marinara sauce and simmer for 10 minutes.

  3. In a bowl, mix ricotta, 1 cup mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, basil, oregano, salt and pepper.

    4. Fill each manicotti shell with cheese mixture.

  4. Spread half the meat sauce in a 9×13 baking dish.

    5. Arrange stuffed manicotti over sauce. Top with remaining sauce.

  5. Sprinkle remaining mozzarella on top.

    6. Bake covered for 30 minutes, then uncovered for 10 minutes.

Notes

  • You can customize the meat combination to your preference, such as using all beef or adding ground turkey.
  • Feel free to add more herbs or spices to the cheese filling for extra flavor.

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Keywords: Manicotti, Stuffed, Meat Sauce, Baked Pasta, Italian Cuisine

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