Best 4 Microwave Manicotti Recipes

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Microwaving manicotti is a quick and easy way to prepare this Italian-American classic. With its large pasta tubes generously filled with mouth-watering fillings and topped with a savory sauce and melted cheese, manicotti has become a staple dish in many households. This article will guide you through the steps to create a delicious microwave manicotti dish in a fraction of the time it would take using traditional cooking methods. From selecting the right ingredients to preparing the filling, assembling the manicotti, and microwaving it to perfection, we'll provide you with all the tips and tricks you need to create a tantalizing microwave manicotti dish that will impress your family and friends.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

MICROWAVE MEXICAN MANICOTTI



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This recipe from Nancy Ensor of Oviedo, Florida is a time-saver because you don't need to cook the pasta shells first. "It's easy to prepare and a delightful twist to Mexican cooking," she relates.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 pound uncooked lean ground beef
1 cup refried beans
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
8 uncooked manicotti shells
1-1/4 cups water
1 cup taco or picante sauce
1 cup sour cream
1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
1/4 cup sliced ripe olives
1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the beef, beans, oregano and cumin. Stuff into manicotti shells; place in an ungreased 11x7-in. microwave-safe dish. , In a small bowl, combine water and taco sauce; pour over shells. Loosely cover dish; microwave on high for 3-4 minutes. Turn shells with tongs. Microwave 3-4 minutes longer; turn shells again., Cover and cook at 50% power for 12-15 minutes or until pasta is tender and meat is no longer pink, turning dish a half turn once., Spoon sour cream lengthwise down center; sprinkle with onions, olives and cheese. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1-2 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 482 calories, Fat 22g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 92mg cholesterol, Sodium 766mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

MICROWAVE MEXICAN MANICOTTI



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This is a wonderful recipe a friend of the family made for us for dinner when I was a kid. It's easy to make since it's cooked in the microwave.

Provided by Jody Campos Dowling

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound ground beef
1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon ground cumin
1 (8 ounce) package manicotti shells, uncooked
1 ¼ cups water
1 (16 ounce) jar picante sauce
1 cup sour cream
½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
chopped green onions for garnish

Steps:

  • Grease a microwave-safe 9x12 inch baking dish, and set aside.
  • Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, and cook and stir the beef until crumbly, evenly browned, and no longer pink, about 10 minutes. Drain and discard any excess grease.
  • Mix together the cooked ground beef, refried beans, oregano, and cumin in a bowl. Spoon the mixture into uncooked manicotti shells, and place the filled shells into the baking dish. Combine the water and picante sauce in a bowl, and pour over the shells.
  • Cover the dish with microwave-safe plastic wrap, cut a few holes in the wrap with a knife to vent, and microwave on High power for 10 minutes. Carefully pull back the plastic wrap to avoid steam, and turn the shells over with tongs. Replace the plastic and microwave an additional 15 to 20 minutes on Medium power, until the shells are cooked and the liquid has been absorbed.
  • Pull off the plastic wrap, and spoon sour cream over the shells. Sprinkle with Monterey Jack cheese and chopped green onions for garnish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 479.8 calories, Carbohydrate 44.9 g, Cholesterol 77.1 mg, Fat 21.9 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 26.3 g, SaturatedFat 10.8 g, Sodium 826.1 mg, Sugar 4 g

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Make and share this Microwave Manicotti recipe from Food.com.

Provided by lazyme

Categories     Manicotti

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb lean ground beef
1 (15 1/2 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic salt
2 eggs, beaten
15 ounces ricotta cheese
3/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
2 tablespoons parsley
1 teaspoon instant minced onion
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
8 manicotti, cooked

Steps:

  • Place ground beef in 1 1/2-quart casserole. Cook on full power 4 to 5 minutes, or until beef is no longer pink. Stir halfway through cooking time. Drain.
  • Add spaghetti sauce, Italian seasoning, and garlic salt to meat. Set aside.
  • Combine eggs, ricotta cheese, 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, 1/2 cup Mozzarella cheese, parsley flakes, onion, salt and pepper. Stuff each cooked manicotti shell with egg-cheese mixture.
  • Place half of meat mixture into 2-quart utility dish. Overlap stuffed manicotti shells on top of meat mixture and then top with remaining meat mixture. Cover loosely with heavy-duty plastic wrap. Cook, covered, on full power for 13 to 16 minutes, or until heated through. Sprinkle remaining Mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses over top during last minute of cooking time.

MICROWAVE MEXICAN MANICOTTI



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A coworker shared this recipe with me several years ago. It is a quick and easy meal for busy nights. I have added seasonings to the beef and bean mixture, used Mexican blend cheese, and served with shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes and diced onions.

Provided by Ms B.

Categories     Manicotti

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 lb lean ground beef
2 cups refried beans
6 manicotti, uncooked
6 ounces taco sauce
1 cup water
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Combine (uncooked) ground beef with refried beans.
  • Stuff manicotti shells with ground beef/bean mixture and place in a medium casserole dish.
  • Combine taco sauce and water.
  • Pour over filled shells.
  • Cover with plastic wrap.
  • Cook on High for 10 minutes.
  • Turn shells over.
  • Cook 17 minutes at 70% power with wrap vented.
  • Remove wrap; sprinkle with cheese.
  • Heat until cheese is melted.
  • Serve with sour cream and black olives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300.1, Fat 14, SaturatedFat 7.7, Cholesterol 58.2, Sodium 850.6, Carbohydrate 23.4, Fiber 6.9, Sugar 3.1, Protein 20.2

Tips:

  • To save time, use no-boil manicotti noodles.
  • If you don't have a microwave-safe baking dish, you can use a regular baking dish and cover it with plastic wrap.
  • Be careful not to overcook the manicotti, or it will become tough.
  • Let the manicotti stand for a few minutes before serving, so that the sauce can thicken.
  • Serve the manicotti with a side of garlic bread or salad.

Conclusion:

Microwave manicotti is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. It is also a great way to use up leftover sauce. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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