OK. This recipe is yummy and easy—it doesn't require stuffing cooked manicotti shells that break. I got it from my old roommate Marianne an it is a favorite now for when Corlan is out of town and I can indulge in some cheese!
1 block shredded mozzarella
1 container ricotta cheese (the bigger option not the smaller one)
1 box manicotti shells uncooked
1 jar ragu sauce
Parmesan cheese
Optional: fresh or dried basil
Mix mozzarella cheese, ricotta cheese, and basil (if using). Pour half the Ragu sauce in the bottom of a pan. Stuff into dry manicotti shells and place them in the pan. Fill Ragu bottle the rest of the way with water. Shake until remaining pasta and water have mixed. Pour over noodles.
Cover with foil and cook at 350 for 60 minutes. Remove cover and sprinkle with parmesan cheese, then return to the oven for another 10 minutes.
Enjoy!
