Easy-to-Stuff Manicotti

jaynine's Note:

Kids can help assemble these. The string cheese makes the filling deliciously gooey. Very kid-friendly and delicious for adults too. I got this from Quick Cooking magazine.

• Total Time: 55 mins
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 40 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 6

• 1 (8 ounce) package manicotti
• 1 lb ground beef
• ½ cup chopped onion
• 1 (26 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce (I like Ragu roasted garlic)
• 14 pieces mozzarella string cheese
• 6 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese (1 1/2 cups)

Directions:

1. Cook manicotti according to package directions.
2. Meanwhile, in large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain.
3. Stir in the spaghetti sauce.
4. Spread half the meat sauce into a greased 13 x 9 inch baking dish.
5. Drain manicotti; stuff each shell with a piece of string cheese.
6. Place over meat sauce; top with remaining sauce.
7. Cover and bake at 350 for 25-30 minutes.
8. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
9. Bake, uncovered, for 5-10 minutes until cheese is melted.

Reviews

[bmcnichol]

These were good and easy to make. My hubby couldn't believe I stuffed manicotti myself LOL If he only knew. We really enjoyed this but next time I would add some sausage to the sauce too to give it more flavor. We all enjoyed this and it will be made again.

[kclay61]

This was easy and quick. Something I am always looking for. I recommend eating the manicotti while hot or the string cheese will turn hard and quick. I will be using this recipe again due to the ease and taste. Thanks!