Grandma's Kitchen Old World Manicotti

Transport your taste buds to the heart of Italy with "Grandma's Kitchen Old World Manicotti," a comforting dish that brims with timeless flavor and rustic charm. This classic recipe features tender manicotti pasta shells generously filled with a luscious blend of ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses, perfectly seasoned with fresh parsley and Italian herbs. Smothered in rich marinara sauce and baked to bubbly, golden perfection, each bite is a harmonious medley of creamy, cheesy goodness and savory, tomatoey bliss. Whether you're hosting a family dinner or craving a hearty, homemade meal, this Old-World-style baked manicotti offers authentic Italian flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds. Perfectly customizable and easy to prepare, it’s a soul-warming dish that’s sure to be the centerpiece of your dinner table.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 pieces Manicotti pasta shells
• 2 cups Ricotta cheese
• 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 piece Large egg
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 3 cups Marinara sauce
• 1 teaspoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the manicotti shells for 6-7 minutes, or until al dente. Drain the shells, rinse with cool water to stop the cooking process, and set them aside.

Step 3

Prepare the filling: In a large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, egg, parsley, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until smooth and fully combined.

Step 4

Using a spoon or a piping bag, carefully fill each manicotti shell with the cheese mixture. Be gentle to avoid tearing the shells.

Step 5

Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce evenly over the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 6

Place the filled manicotti shells in a single layer in the dish. Spoon the remaining marinara sauce over the top to cover the shells completely.

Step 7

Drizzle the olive oil over the sauce for added richness.

Step 8

Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbling and the cheese is melted and slightly golden.

Step 10

Let the manicotti rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with additional parsley or Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2410.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5199.7

Total Fat 131.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 62.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 421.9mg	0%
Sodium 4140.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 802.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 42.5g	0%
Total Sugars 39.7g
Protein 225.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 3591.5mg	0%
Iron 33.3mg	0%
Potassium 1660.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 22.3%

Protein: 17.1%

Carbs: 60.6%