Three Cheese Manicotti Crepe Style
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Three Cheese Manicotti Crepe Style recipe, where delicate homemade crepes replace traditional pasta for a lighter, more elegant twist on a classic Italian dish. Filled with a luscious trio of cheeses—rich ricotta, melty mozzarella, and nutty Parmesan—each crepe is rolled and baked to bubbly perfection in a tangy marinara sauce. The recipe’s unique use of crepes ensures a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture, while fresh parsley and a hint of seasoning elevate the flavor. Perfect for a family dinner or special occasion, this dish is easy to prepare yet impressively gourmet. Serve it alongside garlic bread or a crisp green salad for a truly satisfying meal! Keywords: three cheese manicotti, crepe-style pasta, homemade crepes, Italian comfort food, baked pasta with marinara.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1.25 cups Milk
- 2 Large eggs
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
- 1.5 cups Ricotta cheese
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 Egg yolk
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 cups Marinara sauce
- 0.5 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese (for topping)
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese (for topping)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, milk, eggs, and melted butter until smooth. Cover and let the batter rest for 15 minutes.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter or cooking spray. Pour in 2 tablespoons of the crepe batter, swirling the pan to create a thin, even layer. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the edges lift easily and the crepe is lightly golden on the bottom. Flip and cook the other side for an additional 30 seconds. Repeat with the remaining batter to make about 8 crepes. Set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, chopped parsley, egg yolk, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and evenly combined.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread 1/2 cup of marinara sauce evenly across the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Place a crepe on a flat surface. Spread about 2 tablespoons of the cheese mixture along one edge of the crepe, then roll it up like a cigar. Place the filled crepe seam-side down in the baking dish. Repeat with the remaining crepes and filling.
Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the rolled crepes, spreading it evenly to cover all of them. Top with the additional shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. For a golden top, broil for an additional 2-3 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra parsley if desired. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2621 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 156.5 g | 201% | |
| Saturated Fat | 88.7 g | 444% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1080 mg | 360% | |
| Sodium | 5134 mg | 223% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 155.9 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.3 g | ||
| Protein | 163.0 g | 326% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.8 mcg | 29% | |
| Calcium | 4356 mg | 335% | |
| Iron | 10.6 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 1292 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
