Also, we make things easier by using a store bought jar of spaghetti sauce but we added a few spices and herbs for extra flavor. We also like to make and serve this Three Cheese manicotti in individual baking dishes. We believe it just makes one feel special when everyone has their own little “pan” of cheesy goodness.
If you enjoyed this barilla manicotti recipe then see these:
- Stuffed Shells
- Roasted Veggie and Sausage Pasta
- Chicken Alfredo Baked Ziti
- Pasta Primavera
- Italian Antipasto Skewers
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Homemade Manicotti in Individual dishes
Equipment
- au gratin dishes
Ingredients
- 1 pint ricotta cheese
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
- 1 cup parmesan cheese shredded
- 2 eggs
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1 24 oz jar pasta sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon basil
- 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
- 1 8 oz box manicotti pasta
- 1 carrot optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees
- Cook manicotti shells according to package directions, drain and rinse with cold water
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ricotta, mozzarella cheese, 3/4 cup of parmesan cheese, eggs, parsley, and salt and pepper
- Heat spaghetti sauce, oregano, basil, and garlic in a small saucepan.*Tip- always cook it for about 30 minutes with a whole carrot to remove some of the acidity of the spaghetti sauce
- Meanwhile, spoon about 3+ tablespoons of the cheese mixture into the manicotti shells to fill
- Spoon enough of the spaghetti sauce to cover the bottom of each individual au gratin baking dish
- Lay 2-3 filled manicotti shells on top of the sauce and cover with additional sauce
- Sprinkle with parmesan cheese and bake for 20-25 minutes uncovered.
Nutrition
That looks delicious!
Nightchayde
These look amazing!
Looks great for everyone to have their own little dish!
Yumm! I love the idea of individual manicotti. I'll be trying this. š
Genius! Love the idea of the individual manicottis!! Also love your tip on putting a carrot in the tomato sauce. Gotta remember that š Thanks!
I love anything pasta but making it individual is awesome!
This is perfect for my husband on nights when I'm out late. It looks delicious and I know he'd love it!
I love individual servings! They are so cute and make easy to serve editions to a dinner party.
I love the dish you're serving it in—where did you find it?
Love single serving dishes and I will sure try your recipe!
Such a great idea to make them individually, makes for perfect, easy to reheat leftovers!
looks so tasty!! I haven't made many large noodle dishes, but they look so great. I need to get some when I go to the store next!! YUM!
Love this! Perfect idea now that I'm cooking for just two most of the time. …
I love this idea! I've never made manicotti but it is so delicious, I don't know why!
Yummy one of my fav's I hope you will share at the Thursday hop xo P.S. please stop by Katherines corner today to get your gift. xo
Wow, this looks delicious and yummy!
What a heavenly dish! Just too delicious!
I am dying to try my hand at manicotti. This looks amazing!!
I love that dish too! Looks great.
This sounds wonderful and I love that each dish is individual.
I love the idea of making manicotti in individual portions!
I haven't had manicotti in ages – and I love the idea of individual portions!