Indulge in a delightful Italian classic with this Manicotti Pasta recipe. These tender pasta shells are generously stuffed with a creamy blend of cheeses, spinach, and aromatic herbs, then baked to perfection in a luscious marinara sauce. Whether you're preparing a special dinner or simply craving comfort food, this dish is sure to satisfy your cravings. Below, you'll find both Imperial and Metric measurements for the ingredients.
¼cupSundried Tomatoes, chopped into very small dice
2cupsSpinach Leaves, chopped (if small leaves, leave them whole)
1tablespoonGarlic, chopped
18ouncesRicotta Cheese
8ouncesMozzarella Cheese
5ouncesGoat Cheese
2ouncesParmesan Cheese
Salt and Pepper to taste
10Basil Leaves, cut into a fine julienne
3cupsMarinara Sauce
½cupMozzarella, shredded
¼cupParmesan, shredded
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Recipe Instructions
Preheat Oven to 350ºF (175ºC)
Cook the pasta according to the manufacturer’s directions.
In a Wok, heat the butter over medium heat. When hot, add the shallots and sauté until translucent. Add the spinach and sauté for a couple of minutes. Then, add the garlic and turn off the heat to avoid burning the garlic. Set aside to cool.
In a glass bowl, combine the ricotta, mozzarella, goat cheese, Parmesan, basil, salt, and pepper. Add the reserved spinach mixture and mix well.
Transfer the mixture to a pastry bag and use it to fill the cooked pasta shells.
In a lasagna pan, spread a layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of the dish. Place the filled pasta shells on top and add a little more sauce over the pasta.
Sprinkle with shredded Mozzarella and Parmesan.
Bake in the preheated oven until the inside of the pasta is hot to your liking.
Enjoy your delicious homemade Manicotti Pasta, a flavorful blend of pasta, cheese, and herbs baked to perfection!
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