Savory Meat Filled Manicotti

These hearty manicotti feature tender pasta tubes generously stuffed with a savory blend of ground beef, ground pork, eggs, and cheeses. The filling is seasoned with oregano, onion, and black pepper for a robust flavor profile that pairs perfectly with a tangy spaghetti sauce. Baked until bubbly and golden, this dish offers a comforting, home-style meal that is both satisfying and easy to prepare. It is an ideal choice for weeknight dinners, family gatherings, or meal-prepping for the week ahead. The combination of melted mozzarella and sharp Parmesan creates a creamy, cheesy topping that elevates the simple ingredients into a restaurant-quality main course.

Cooking Method: Baking, Microwave

Cuisine: Italian

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 6

Calories: 615.2

Description

These hearty manicotti feature tender pasta tubes generously stuffed with a savory blend of ground beef, ground pork, eggs, and cheeses. The filling is seasoned with oregano, onion, and black pepper for a robust flavor profile that pairs perfectly with a tangy spaghetti sauce. Baked until bubbly and golden, this dish offers a comforting, home-style meal that is both satisfying and easy to prepare. It is an ideal choice for weeknight dinners, family gatherings, or meal-prepping for the week ahead. The combination of melted mozzarella and sharp Parmesan creates a creamy, cheesy topping that elevates the simple ingredients into a restaurant-quality main course.

Ingredients

8 ounce SKINNER Manicotti, uncooked
1/2 pound Ground beef
1/2 pound Ground pork
2 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
4 large Eggs, slightly beaten
1/4 cup Seasoned dry bread crumbs
1/4 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
3/4 cup Finely chopped onion
3/4 teaspoon Dried oregano leaves
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1/8 teaspoon Ground black pepper
1 3/4 cup Spaghetti sauce

Directions

1
Cook manicotti pasta according to package directions; drain and cool in a single layer on foil.
2
Heat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (177C).
3
In a large skillet, brown the ground beef and ground pork; drain excess fat.
4
In a large bowl, stir together the cooked meat, 1 cup mozzarella cheese, eggs, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, onion, oregano, salt, and pepper.
5
Fill each cooled pasta tube with about 1/4 cup of the meat filling.
6
Spread a thin layer of spaghetti sauce on the bottom of a 13x9x2-inch glass baking dish.
7
Place the filled pasta tubes in the prepared baking dish; cover with the remaining spaghetti sauce.
8
Sprinkle with the remaining 1 cup mozzarella cheese and additional Parmesan cheese, if desired.
9
Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 615.2kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 42.9g66%
Saturated Fat 23.0g115%
Cholesterol 173.7mg58%
Sodium 826.0mg35%
Total Carbohydrate 3.7g2%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 1.2g
Protein 56.5g113%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Make Ahead: Do not bake. Cover the baking dish tightly with plastic wrap, then foil. Freeze for up to 2 months. To bake from frozen, remove foil and plastic wrap, replace with foil, and bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 1 hour 30 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.

Individual Portions: Place two manicotti into each of seven small microwave-safe dishes. Do not bake. Cover tightly and freeze for up to 2 months.

Microwave Reheating: Microwave each frozen dish, loosely covered, at MEDIUM (50%) for 7 to 9 minutes, turning the dish halfway through. If refrigerated overnight instead of frozen, microwave at HIGH (100%) for 2-1/2 minutes or until hot.

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