Manicotti
A RECIPE FROM HOUSEWIFE ECLECTIC

INGREDIENTS

SAUCE

• 1 lb. ground beef
• 1 Tablespoon dried onion
• 1/2 teaspoon dried garlic
• fry together and drain
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• add:
• 6-8 cans tomato sauce (8 ounces)
• 1-2 cans tomato paste
• 1-2 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
• Add salt to taste.
• Bring to a boil and simmer on low for 40 minutes

FILLING

• 3 cups ricotta cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 egg beaten
• 2 Tablespoons chopped parsley (fresh)
• 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 8-oz. package manicotti noodles

PREPARATION

1. Cook noodles (Use either manicotti shells or large seashells).
2. Combine filling ingredients and fill manicotti.
3. Place in 9x13 pan with spaghetti sauce on the bottom.
4. Arrange in a single layer and cover with spaghetti sauce.
5. Cover with foil and bake 25-30 minutes at 375 degrees.
6. Uncover and sprinkle with additional 1 cup of mozzarella.
7. Let stand 5 minutes.