Three Cheese Manicotti
A comforting and cheesy baked pasta dish filled with three types of cheese.
Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking pan For baking the manicotti.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 14-16 manicotti pasta shells
- 16 ounces whole milk mozzarella cheese shredded
- 1 cup cottage cheese 4% milkfat
- 4 large eggs
- 1/3 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup butter melted
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 2 jars spaghetti sauce 23 ounces each
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese for topping
Instructions
- Cook the manicotti pasta shells according to the package instructions. Drain and let them cool.
- In a bowl, combine the shredded mozzarella cheese, cottage cheese, eggs, parmesan cheese, melted butter, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
- Spread one jar of spaghetti sauce on the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
- Fill each cooked manicotti shell with the cheese mixture and place them in the baking pan.
- Pour the second jar of spaghetti sauce over the stuffed manicotti shells, ensuring they are fully covered.
- Sprinkle an additional cup of shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the sauce.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until bubbly and the cheese is melted.
- For a golden brown cheese topping, broil on low for 2-3 minutes, keeping a close eye to prevent burning.
- Serve warm with a side of salad and garlic bread.
Notes
For a twist, add cooked ground beef or spinach to the cheese mixture for added flavor and nutrients.