"This 4-cheese manicotti finishes in less than an hour! It's an easy (and vegetarian) weeknight dinner that is perfectly cheesy and saucy...."
INGREDIENTS
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8 oz manicotti shells
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24 oz whole milk ricotta (about 3 cups)
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese ((note that you will need another cup of cheese for the topping))
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4 oz cream cheese (softened)
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½ cup grated parmesan cheese
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1 large egg
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2 garlic cloves (pressed)
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3 Tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley (plus additional for topping if desired (may substitute 1 Tablespoon dried parsley))
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1 teaspoon dried basil
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½ teaspoon dried oregano
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½ teaspoon table salt
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½ teaspoon ground black pepper
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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2 cups marinara sauce (homemade or store-bought (500ml))
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Additional fresh parsley or parmesan for garnish (optional)