HAM-STUFFED MANICOTTI

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I found this recipe originally in Microwave Times, Volume 5, No. 5. September 1979. I made it many times, and then I couldn't find the recipe. In 2013, I went through all my saved Microwave Times and finally found it again. I no longer follow all the instructions for using a microwave--not sure I ever did. It is a...

Provided by Ruth Ann Vokac

Categories     Pasta

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 21

14 manicotti shells
1 tsp olive oil
1/2 c red pepper, minced
8 oz fresh mushrooms, diced
1 1/2 lb ham, ground
1 pkg frozen peas (or diced broccoli or asparagus)
1 c creamed cottage cheese
1/2 c parmesan cheese, grated
2 eggs, beaten
1 1/2 tsp prepared ground mustard
SAUCE INGREDIENTS
3 Tbsp butter
1 small onion, minced
3 Tbsp flour
1/2 tsp salt
1/8 tsp pepper
1 1/2 c milk
1 tsp chives, diced
1/2 c mozzarella
1/2 c cheddar cheese or other cheese of your choice
paprika

Steps:

  • 1. Cook manicotti shells per package directions. Drain and set aside. (I usually cook a couple fewer minutes than suggested. The shells are easier to fill, and they do finish cooking in the baking process.)
  • 2. Microwave peas 2-3 minutes until thawed. (Or partially cook broccoli or asparagus.)
  • 3. Sauté peppers in oil for 2-3 minutes. Add mushrooms, and sauté until mushrooms are wilted.
  • 4. In a mixing bowl, combine ground ham, eggs, cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, mustard, mushrooms, red peppers, and peas. Mix well.
  • 5. Stuff manicotti shells with ham/cheese mixture. Arrange in two 9" x 12" dishes sprayed with cooking spray. Spoon any leftover filling at ends of shells.
  • 6. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • 7. In a sauté pan, add butter and minced onion. Sauté until onion is soft. Blend in flour, salt and pepper. Cook for 2 or 3 minutes. Stir in milk and chives. Cook until mixture boils and thickens. Stir in mozzarella and cheddar cheeses. Stir until the cheeses melt.
  • 8. Pour 1/2 of sauce mixture evenly over shells in each dish.
  • 9. Sprinkle with paprika. Bake 30-45 minutes until bubbly.

Hari Thapa
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it.


Faroel Abdoel
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I'm not a big fan of ham, but I really enjoyed this recipe.


Pharida Ahassan
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion meal.


Gulhabib Chowan
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I would recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a simple and easy ham stuffed manicotti recipe.


2kbeatz sa
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Overall, I thought this ham stuffed manicotti recipe was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


Faze Kirby
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The ham and cheese filling was delicious, but the manicotti shells were a bit overcooked.


hammad hassan007
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The ham stuffed manicotti was a bit too cheesy for my taste.


sumitra thapa
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This ham stuffed manicotti was a bit bland for my taste. I think I would have preferred a more flavorful filling.


Abel Saravia
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I'm always looking for new pasta recipes, and this one didn't disappoint. The ham stuffed manicotti was a hit with my family. The filling was flavorful and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Rohan Nepal
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This was my first time making ham stuffed manicotti, and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow, and the results were delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Mitsuo O
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This recipe was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it. The ham stuffed manicotti turned out amazing! The filling was flavorful and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a special


Chirstmas Queen
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I'm not usually a fan of ham, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The ham and cheese filling was delicious, and the manicotti shells were cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.


nosiphiwo banzi
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This ham stuffed manicotti is the perfect comfort food. It's cheesy, gooey, and oh-so-satisfying. I love serving it with a side of marinara sauce for dipping.


Laura Caicedo
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. The ham and cheese filling is so flavorful, and the manicotti shells are cooked perfectly. This is definitely a recipe I'll be making again.


Mohain Iqbal
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I've made this ham stuffed manicotti recipe several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The recipe is easy to follow, and the results are always delicious.


Linda Laura
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This ham stuffed manicotti recipe was an absolute hit at my dinner party! The combination of ham, cheese, and spinach filling was perfectly balanced, and the pasta was cooked to perfection. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking f