INSIDE-OUT MANICOTTI

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Here's a quick way to have the wonderful flavor of manicotti without all the work of stuffing the tubes. Use a smaller pasta, and cover it with sauce and cheese.

Provided by Behr

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
⅓ cup chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon salt
1 pint part-skim ricotta cheese
1 cup shredded low-fat mozzarella cheese
1 egg
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
8 ounces dry ziti pasta

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large saucepan, heat oil over moderately high heat. Add onion and garlic; cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until onion is translucent. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, basil, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer, covered, for 20 minutes.
  • In a medium bowl, blend together ricotta, mozzarella, egg, black pepper, and nutmeg.
  • Cover the bottom of a 2 1/2 quart baking dish with about 1 cup of the tomato sauce. Layer with half of the ziti, half of the cheese mixture, 2 more cups of the tomato sauce, and remaining ziti. Top with remaining cheese mixture and sauce.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, until sauce is bubbly and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 644.2 calories, Carbohydrate 75.4 g, Cholesterol 107.9 mg, Fat 22.5 g, Fiber 8 g, Protein 39.7 g, SaturatedFat 11.2 g, Sodium 1315.6 mg, Sugar 8 g

Cassie
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I'm allergic to cheese. Can I make this recipe without the cheese filling?


Fortune Nweke
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I would love to try this recipe, but I don't have a kitchen torch. Is there another way to brown the cheese on top?


Radika Bogati
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Overall, this was a good recipe. I would recommend it to anyone who is looking for a new way to make manicotti.


thilan shavindha
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The filling was a bit bland for my taste, but I think it would be easy to adjust the seasoning to my liking.


NOUMAN Raja
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I had a hard time rolling the manicotti shells. Maybe I just need more practice.


Clarissa Lane
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This dish was a bit too rich for my taste, but I think it would be perfect for a special occasion.


Bina Bichhural
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Five stars for this recipe! It's a must-try for any Italian food lover.


souda abdi
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll be making it again and again.


Sphiwe Elizabeth
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a great way to change up my regular manicotti routine.


Ch Mustafa Ranjha
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This was the perfect dish to make for a special occasion. It was impressive and delicious.


uzumaki clan uzumaki
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I served this dish with a side of marinara sauce and it was absolutely delicious. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves Italian food.


Okello Justine
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I added some extra vegetables to the filling, such as diced carrots and celery. It added a nice crunch and flavor to the dish.


ami dj
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I had some trouble finding jumbo shells, but I was able to use regular-sized shells instead. The dish still turned out great and everyone loved it.


Saanchi Basnet
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This recipe was a success! The manicotti was beautiful and tasted even better than it looked. I will definitely be making this again.


Prabin Sharma
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I'm not usually a fan of manicotti, but I decided to give this inside-out version a try. I was pleasantly surprised at how much I enjoyed it! The crispy outer layer and the creamy filling were a great combination. I would definitely recommend this re


Ainullah Khan
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This dish was a bit time-consuming to make, but it was totally worth it. The manicotti shells were cooked perfectly and the filling was incredibly flavorful. I would definitely make this recipe again for a special occasion.


Jackie Garcia
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I'm always looking for new ways to make manicotti and this inside-out method was a great find. The crispy outer layer added a nice touch and the filling was creamy and delicious. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves manicotti.


Nokuthula Poli
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This recipe was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone raved about the outside-in manicotti and asked for the recipe. It was the perfect main dish to serve with a side salad and some crusty bread.


Sheikh PARVEZ
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I was pleasantly surprised at how delicious this dish was. I wasn't sure what to expect with the inverted manicotti, but it was a great twist on a classic dish. The manicotti shells held up perfectly in the oven and the filling was incredibly flavorf


Abdul Sami
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I absolutely loved making this inside-out manicotti! The recipe was incredibly easy to follow and the dish turned out beautifully. The filling was flavorful and creamy, and the crispy outer layer added a nice touch. I will definitely be making this r