Three Cheese Manicotti II

Health score
27%
Three Cheese Manicotti II
60 min.
6
653kcal

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Three Cheese Manicotti II: A Delectable Italian Delight

Indulge in the creamy, cheesy goodness of Three Cheese Manicotti II, a dish that promises to impress both your taste buds and your dinner guests. This scrumptious recipe, which serves 6, can be ready in just 60 minutes, making it a perfect lunch or main course for any day of the week. Each serving offers a well-rounded caloric breakdown of 653 kcal, with a delightful balance of protein, fat, and carbs.

Embrace the rich flavors of Italy as you combine Parmesan, ricotta, and mozzarella cheeses with dried basil and minced garlic. The dish is best enjoyed as a main course, side dish, or even for lunch, offering versatility to fit any mealtime. The preparation is simple, requiring only a few essential pieces of equipment, such as a bowl, oven, pot, and baking pan.

Get ready to dive into a mouthwatering symphony of textures and tastes with every bite of this Three Cheese Manicotti II. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a culinary novice, this recipe is sure to become a new favorite in your repertoire. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let the magic of Italian cuisine transform your dining experience.

Ingredients

  • tablespoons basil dried
  •  eggs 
  • tablespoon garlic minced
  • cup parmesan cheese divided grated
  • 52 ounce pasta sauce 
  • cups ricotta cheese 
  • ounce shells 
  • cups mozzarella cheese shredded divided

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • pot
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
  2. Add manicotti and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  3. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  4. In a bowl, mix 3 cups mozzarella cheese, ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, garlic, egg, and basil. Stuff cooked manicotti with the mixture.
  5. Spread about 2 cups pasta sauce over the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Arrange stuffed manicotti in the dish, and cover with remaining sauce.
  6. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese.
  7. Bake 15 minutes in the preheated oven.
  8. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan, and continue baking 10 minutes, until mozzarella is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts

Calories653kcal
Protein24.17%
Fat46.44%
Carbs29.39%

Properties

Glycemic Index
28.5
Glycemic Load
16.8
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
30.662608851557%

Flavonoids

Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:652.79kcal
32.64%
Fat:34.15g
52.54%
Saturated Fat:19.73g
123.29%
Carbohydrates:48.62g
16.21%
Net Carbohydrates:43.19g
15.71%
Sugar:10.82g
12.03%
Cholesterol:142.93mg
47.64%
Sodium:2007.79mg
87.3%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:39.99g
79.98%
Selenium:58.36µg
83.37%
Calcium:774.24mg
77.42%
Phosphorus:658.59mg
65.86%
Vitamin A:2130.28IU
42.61%
Manganese:0.81mg
40.3%
Vitamin B2:0.66mg
39.02%
Vitamin B12:2.27µg
37.9%
Zinc:5.14mg
34.26%
Vitamin K:32.73µg
31.17%
Potassium:1038.76mg
29.68%
Vitamin E:4.12mg
27.45%
Iron:4.92mg
27.31%
Magnesium:97.44mg
24.36%
Copper:0.46mg
23.06%
Fiber:5.43g
21.7%
Vitamin C:17.63mg
21.36%
Vitamin B6:0.42mg
20.9%
Vitamin B3:3.33mg
16.67%
Vitamin B5:1.39mg
13.89%
Folate:52.68µg
13.17%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.15%
Vitamin D:0.69µg
4.63%
Source:Allrecipes