Homemade Manicotti
"This recipe is simple and absolutely delicious. It is a reasonable amount of work, so good to cook for a large party or family gathering. It is fun to prepare with a friend or relative, perhaps with a glass of wine in hand! I adapted this from a recipe cookoff I saw on the Food Network...."
INGREDIENTS
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Crepe Batter:
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3 large eggs
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1 1/2 cups milk
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3 tablespoons melted butter
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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Pinch salt
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Vegetable cooking spray
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Filling:
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1 pound ricotta cheese
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1/2 pound shredded mozzarella cheese (in a 8-ounce bag)
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon sugar
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1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1/4 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
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1/4 cup fresh Italian parsley, finely chopped
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Marinara:
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1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
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1 small onion, chopped fine
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8 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
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2 (28-ounce) cans crushed tomatoes (recommended: San Marzano)
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1/4 cup Italian parsley, fresh, finely chopped
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1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
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Salt and pepper
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan
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