Best 5 Beef Stuffed Manicotti With Basil Tomato Sauce Recipes

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Beef stuffed manicotti with basil tomato sauce is a classic Italian dish that is sure to impress your family and friends. It is a delicious and hearty dish made with large pasta tubes that are stuffed with a flavorful beef and cheese filling, topped with a rich and tangy basil tomato sauce, and then baked until golden brown and bubbly. This article will provide you with the best recipe to create this mouthwatering dish, ensuring that you can enjoy this Italian favorite in the comfort of your own home.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BEEF STUFFED MANICOTTI WITH BASIL TOMATO SAUCE



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This is the best manicotti recipe ever, I got it many years ago when living in San Francisco. It's so good I made sure to bring it with me when we moved to the Midwest. The sweet basil sauce pairs well with the rich cheese filling.-Melba Perlenfein, Barstow, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound ground beef
2 cups water
2 cans (6 ounces each) tomato paste
1 medium onion, chopped
6 tablespoons minced fresh parsley, divided
1 tablespoon dried basil
1 garlic clove, minced
2 teaspoons salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon pepper, divided
3 cups ricotta cheese
1-1/4 cups grated Romano or Parmesan cheese, divided
2 eggs, lightly beaten
8 large manicotti shells, cooked and drained

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the water, tomato paste, onion, 2 tablespoons parsley, basil, garlic, 1-1/2 teaspoons salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. , Preheat oven to 350°. Combine the ricotta cheese, 3/4 cup Romano cheese, eggs and remaining parsley, salt and pepper. Stuff into manicotti shells. , Pour half of the meat sauce into a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Arrange shells over sauce. Top with sauce; sprinkle with remaining Romano cheese. Bake, uncovered, until heated through, 30-35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 813 calories, Fat 43g fat (25g saturated fat), Cholesterol 274mg cholesterol, Sodium 2075mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 66g protein.

BEEF STUFFED MANICOTTI



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When I bought a 25-year-old cookbook at an auction, I found this gem inside. I think you'll make it again and again, as I do.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 uncooked manicotti shells
1/2 pound ground beef
1 small onion, finely chopped
1/2 medium green pepper, finely chopped
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Cook manicotti according to package directions; drain. In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomato sauce, oregano and thyme; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Add 1/2 cup cheese; stir until melted., Stuff half meat mixture into manicotti shells; arrange in a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Spoon remaining meat mixture over shells. , Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 20 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until heated through and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 533 calories, Fat 23g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 99mg cholesterol, Sodium 1264mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 40g protein.

BEEF AND CHEESE MANICOTTI



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 teaspoons olive oil
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
1 pound ground beef
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
14 (8-ounce package) manicotti
1 (15-ounce) container whole-milk ricotta
3 cups shredded mozzarella
1 cup grated Parmesan
2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 cups marinara sauce
2 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces

Steps:

  • Heat a heavy medium skillet over medium heat. Add 1 teaspoon of the olive oil, onion and ground beef. Season with salt and pepper. Saute until the meat browns and the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat, and cool.
  • Brush 1 teaspoon of oil over a large baking sheet. Cook the manicotti in a large pot of boiling salted water until slightly softened, but still very firm to the bite, about 4 to 6 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the manicotti from the pot to the oiled baking sheet and cool.
  • Meanwhile, combine the ricotta, 1 1/2 to 2 cups mozzarella cheese, 1/2 cup Parmesan, and parsley. Add the garlic, salt, and pepper to taste, and mix. Stir the cooled meat mixture into the cheese mixture.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Brush the remaining 2 teaspoons of oil over a 13 by 9 by 2-inch glass baking dish. Spoon 1 1/2 cups of the marinara sauce over the bottom of the prepared dish. Fill the manicotti with the cheese-meat mixture. Arrange the stuffed pasta in a single layer in the prepared dish and spoon the remaining sauce over.
  • Sprinkle the remaining 1 1/2 cups of mozzarella cheese, then the remaining 1/2 cup of Parmesan over the stuffed pasta. Dot entire dish with the butter pieces. Bake the manicotti uncovered until heated through and the sauce bubbles on the sides of the dish, about 30 to 35 minutes. Let the manicotti stand 5 minutes and serve.

BEEF-STUFFED MANICOTTI



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Most manicotti recipes are made with cheese. My family has always enjoyed this one, because it's stuffed with meat.

Provided by Jackie 6

Categories     Manicotti

Time 1h5m

Yield 7 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (8 ounce) package manicotti
1 lb extra lean ground beef
1 egg, beaten
8 ounces grated part-skim mozzarella cheese
3 slices bread, cubed
3/4 cup 1% low-fat milk
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 (26 ounce) jar meatless spaghetti sauce
grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Brown ground beef & drain.
  • Cook manicotti using package directions.
  • Do not drain. Run cold water over it until water in pan is cold; leave manicotti in water until needed.
  • Meanwhile, combine ground beef, egg, mozzarella, bread, milk, salt & pepper. Stuff each manicotti shell. Place in greased 13x9x2" baking pan. Pour spaghetti sauce over top, cover with foil & bake in 350 degree oven for 50 minutes. (1 hour if made ahead & chilled.).
  • Pass grated parmesan cheese when serving.

MEAT FILLED MANICOTTI



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This is a tasty and filling dish that can be nicely paired with a green salad if desired.

Provided by teppij

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (8 ounce) package manicotti pasta
1 pound lean ground beef
1 ½ cups cottage cheese
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 egg whites
½ teaspoon dried oregano
1 (32 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Drain and cool. Reserve.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet brown beef on medium heat. Drain and cool.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Combine beef, cottage cheese, 1 cup mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg whites and oregano. Mix well. Stuff shells with mixture.
  • Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. Pour enough spaghetti sauce in dish to cover the bottom. Place stuffed noodles in the dish. Cover with spaghetti sauce and top with the remaining 1 cup mozzarella cheese. Bake in preheated oven for 50 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 667.9 calories, Carbohydrate 50.5 g, Cholesterol 103.5 mg, Fat 33.3 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 40.1 g, SaturatedFat 15.2 g, Sodium 1248.7 mg, Sugar 15.1 g

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, use a combination of ground beef and Italian sausage.
  • If you don't have manicotti shells, you can use large pasta shells or cannelloni.
  • To make the manicotti easier to stuff, boil them for a few minutes until they are softened.
  • If you don't have fresh basil, you can use dried basil. Use about 1/2 teaspoon of dried basil for every tablespoon of fresh basil.
  • Serve the manicotti with your favorite marinara sauce or tomato sauce.

Conclusion:

Beef stuffed manicotti with basil tomato sauce is a delicious and hearty Italian dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The combination of ground beef, cheese, and tomato sauce is always a winner, and the manicotti shells make this dish extra special. If you are looking for a new and exciting Italian recipe to try, this is the one for you!

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