{"id":58765,"date":"2024-02-10T15:10:27","date_gmt":"2024-02-10T15:10:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/?p=58765"},"modified":"2024-02-10T15:10:30","modified_gmt":"2024-02-10T15:10:30","slug":"what-is-cheese-manicotti","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/what-is-cheese-manicotti\/","title":{"rendered":"What is Cheese Manicotti?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Manicotti is a classic Italian baked pasta dish made of tube or crepe-like pasta shells stuffed with a creamy, cheesy filling. Manicotti<\/strong> shells are then topped with tomato sauce and more cheese<\/a> before baking until hot and bubbly. The end result is a comforting, crowd-pleasing meal with irresistible flavors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Manicotti, sometimes called cannelloni, features tender pasta<\/strong> tubes filled with a ricotta cheese<\/a> mixture and smothered in tomato sauce. Traditionally, the filling contains a blend of Italian cheeses<\/a> like ricotta, mozzarella<\/a>, and Parmesan<\/a>. Herbs, spices, vegetables, or even meat may be mixed into the filling as well before the manicotti is topped with sauce and baked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Manicotti<\/strong> gets its signature tubular shape from the unique manicotti pasta used to create it. Manicotti shells are thick, ridged tubes perfect for stuffing without breaking. However, you can also substitute other pasta varieties or crepes when making manicotti at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once assembled, manicotti bakes in the oven until the pasta<\/strong> softens and the cheese filling melts into an irresistible, creamy mixture. The melty mozzarella and Parmesan topping gives even more delicious cheese flavor<\/a> too. Served straight from the casserole, hot manicotti makes a satisfying entree or side at family dinners or parties. Leftovers also reheat beautifully for easy weeknight meals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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