Best 3 Old World Manicotti Recipes

Old world manicotti is a traditional Italian dish that has been enjoyed for centuries. It consists of large pasta tubes that are stuffed with a variety of fillings, such as cheese, meat, vegetables, and spices, and then baked in a rich tomato sauce. Manicotti is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a family gathering. If you're looking for the best recipe for old world manicotti, you've come to the right place. Here, we'll provide you with a step-by-step guide on how to make this classic dish, along with tips and tricks for achieving the perfect results. So gather your ingredients and get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will transport you to the heart of Italy.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

GRANDMA'S KITCHEN OLD-WORLD MANICOTTI

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I came across this recipe on a Grandma's Kitchen recipe card and found it to be the BEST manicotti I have ever experienced. It is a favorite of all our friends and family and most definitely a staple meal in our home. If you've always been the type to shy away because of the terror of stuffing the shells, well I've thrown in a little secret of mine to walk you through the process.

Provided by Peachie Keene

Categories Manicotti

Time 1h

Yield 12 stuffed shells, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

12 large manicotti
4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
2 cups ricotta cheese
6 tablespoons chopped fresh basil or 2 tablespoons dried basil
1 (26 ounce) jar prepared spaghetti sauce, divided (I have used Prego or made my own)
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese or 1/2 cup romano cheese

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°F Spray 13x9-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
Cook pasta according to package directions(be sure to not over cook, they need to be a little chewey for easier stuffing). Carefully remove each shell and rinse with cool water. Let pasta dry on paper towels. Don't get too upset if a couple break, its bound to happen :).
For the filling, in a large ziplock bag (seriously!), put in 3 cups mozzarella with the ricotta and fresh basil. Seal the bag tightly. Smush the bag around with your hands until the ingredients are thoroughly mixed (it's a nice stress reliever too!).
Snip off the bottom corner of the ziplock bag (the point is to have the hole a tad smaller than the manicotti opening, where you can just barely slip it into the shell). Use this method to squeeze the cheese mixture into each manicotti.
See, that wasn't so bad! ;).
Spoon 2 cups spaghetti sauce into prepared baking dish. Arrange stuffed pasta over sauce. Pour remaining spaghetti sauce over top of pasta. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella.
Bake manicotti for 15 minutes. Sprinkle with the Parmesan; bake for 10 minutes longer. Serve immediately.

OLD-WORLD MANICOTTI RECIPE - (4.5/5)

Old-World Manicotti Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by cwyorkiex3

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

12 large manicotti shells
4 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded, divided
2 cups ricotta cheese
6 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped or 2 tablespoons dried basil
1 jar (26 ounce) prepared spaghetti sauce, divided
1/2 cup Parmesan or Romano cheese, grated

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray 13 x 9-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain; rinse with cool water. Let pasta dry on paper towels. For filling, in medium bowl, stir together 3 cups mozzarella with the ricotta and fresh basil. Using a teaspoon, carefully stuff pasta shells with prepared cheese mixture. Spoon 2 cups spaghetti sauce into prepared baking dish. Arrange stuffed pasta over sauce. Pour remaining spaghetti sauce over top of pasta. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella. Bake manicotti for 15 minutes. Sprinkle with the Parmesan; bake for 10 minutes longer. Serve immediately.

OLD-WORLD MANICOTTI

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This is from "Grandma's Kitchen" Treasured Family Recipes. I haven't tried it yet but it sounds good :)

Provided by Cindee Vett

Categories Pasta

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

12 large manicotti shells
4 c shredded mozzerella cheese, divided
2 c ricotta cheese`
6 Tbsp fresh basil, chopped
26 oz spaghetti sauce (4 cups plus 2 ounces)
1/2 c parmesan or romano cheese, freshly grated

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 13x9 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
2. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain; rinse with cool water. Let pasta dry on paper towels.
3. For filling:In a medium bowl, stir together 3 cups mozzerella with the ricotta and fresh basil. Using a teaspoon or piping bag, either stuff or pipe the mixture into the manicotti shells.
4. Spoon 2 cups spaghetti sauce into the prepared baking dish. Arrange stuffed manicotti over sauce. Pour remaining sauce over the top of the pasta, sprinkle with remaining mozzerella.
5. Bake manicotti for 15 minutes. Sprinkle with the parmesan or romano, bake for 10 minutes longer. serve immediately.

Tips:

To make the manicotti easier to fill, use a piping bag fitted with a star tip.
If you don't have a piping bag, you can use a spoon to fill the manicotti.
Be careful not to overfill the manicotti, or they will burst during cooking.
To prevent the manicotti from sticking together, place them in a single layer in the baking dish.
Bake the manicotti until they are golden brown and bubbly.
Serve the manicotti immediately, topped with your favorite sauce and cheese.

Conclusion:

Manicotti is a delicious and versatile dish that can be made with a variety of fillings and sauces. It is a perfect meal for a special occasion or a weeknight dinner. With a little planning and preparation, you can easily make this classic Italian dish at home.