Old World Manicotti

Indulge in the comforting flavors of **Old World Manicotti**, a classic Italian-inspired dish that brings old-fashioned charm to your dinner table. This recipe features tender manicotti shells stuffed generously with a creamy blend of ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, and spinach, seasoned to perfection with Italian herbs and spices. Smothered in rich marinara sauce and topped with gooey melted mozzarella, this baked pasta dish is hearty, flavorful, and perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners. With a golden, bubbly finish, every forkful is a celebration of traditional Italian cuisine. Ready in just over an hour and serving six, this manicotti recipe is both easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious. Garnish with fresh parsley for a touch of color and added freshness before serving! Ideal for searches such as "classic baked manicotti recipe" or "Italian ricotta-stuffed pasta," this dish captures the timeless appeal of homemade comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 pieces Manicotti shells
• 16 ounces Ricotta cheese
• 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
• 10 ounces Frozen chopped spinach (thawed and drained)
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 24 ounces Marinara sauce
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil (for greasing the pan)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Cook the manicotti shells in a large pot of salted boiling water according to the package instructions, but reduce the cooking time by 1-2 minutes to keep them slightly undercooked. Drain and rinse the shells with cool water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, spinach, eggs, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until evenly combined.

Step 4

Using a piping bag or a resealable plastic bag with the corner snipped off, fill each manicotti shell with the ricotta mixture. Set the filled shells aside.

Step 5

Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil. Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce evenly across the bottom of the dish.

Step 6

Arrange the filled manicotti shells in a single layer in the baking dish. Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the top, ensuring all the shells are fully covered to prevent drying out.

Step 7

Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.

Step 8

Cover the baking dish 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 cheese on top is melted and bubbly.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 11

Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2314.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3880.5

Total Fat 153.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 75.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 850.6mg	0%
Sodium 5088.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 427.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.2g	0%
Total Sugars 26.4g
Protein 211.5g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 4423.8mg	0%
Iron 17.0mg	0%
Potassium 2458.4mg	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: 35.0%

Protein: 21.5%

Carbs: 43.5%