{"id":18141,"date":"2018-01-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-09-07T00:31:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/origin-www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/easy-to-stuff-manicotti\/"},"modified":"2024-09-09T23:29:22","modified_gmt":"2024-09-10T04:29:22","slug":"easy-to-stuff-manicotti","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/easy-to-stuff-manicotti\/","title":{"rendered":"String Cheese Manicotti"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>One of the challenges cooks often encounter when making stuffed manicotti is how difficult it can be to stuff the shells without breaking them or making a mess, but this string cheese manicotti eliminates that problem entirely. As you can guess from the recipe name, a stick of string cheese is all you need to fill the shells that will then sit between layers of a meaty tomato-based sauce. Sprinkle some extra cheese on top and bake, and you&#8217;ve got a delicious manicotti dish ready to go.<\/p>\n<h2>Ingredients for String Cheese Manicotti<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Manicotti shells:<\/strong> This recipe uses tube-shaped manicotti shells instead of the crepes used in some manicotti dishes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ground beef:<\/strong> Use lean ground beef; try 85\/15, if you can find it. You don&#8217;t want a mix that&#8217;s got too much fat because the final sauce will be overly greasy, but you don&#8217;t want a very lean mix, either.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Onion:<\/strong> The chopped onion will add more flavor to the ground beef and sauce.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Spaghetti sauce:<\/strong> Use your favorite brand of sauce for this recipe. You can use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/stamp-of-approval-spaghetti-sauce\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/stamp-of-approval-spaghetti-sauce\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">homemade spaghetti sauce<\/a> if you want, but a jar from the grocery store makes this recipe so much faster to put together.<\/li>\n<li><strong>String cheese:<\/strong> Forget trying to spoon or pipe soft cheese into each shell. Just add sticks of string cheese, and you&#8217;re done filling the shells.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese:<\/strong> Sprinkling more cheese over the last layer of sauce gives the final dish a nice bubbly golden top.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Directions<\/h2>\n<h3>Step 1: Cook the manicotti<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2035076\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/String-Cheese_Manicotti_TOHD24_25379_MollyBolton_-2.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"String Cheese Manicotti Step 1- Cooked shells on rimmed baking sheet\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Molly Bolton for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Cook the manicotti according to the package directions.<\/p>\n<p><em>Editor&#8217;s Tip: <\/em>See the tips below regarding cooking time and keeping the manicotti shells from flattening.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Cook the beef and onion<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2035082\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/String-Cheese_Manicotti_TOHD24_25379_MollyBolton_.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"String Cheese Manicotti Step 2- cooked beef and onion in skillet\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Molly Bolton for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>In another large skillet over medium heat, cook the beef and onion together until the beef is no longer pink. Drain away any grease.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 3: Finish the sauce<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2035075\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/String-Cheese_Manicotti_TOHD24_25379_MollyBolton_-1.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"String Cheese Manicotti Step 3- finished sauce in skillet + half of sauce in 9x13&quot; dish\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Molly Bolton for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Add the spaghetti sauce to the beef and onion. Grease a 13&#215;9-inch baking dish and add half the meat sauce mixture to the dish.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 4: Assemble the dish<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2035077\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/String-Cheese_Manicotti_TOHD24_25379_MollyBolton_-3.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"String Cheese Manicotti Step 4- filling manicotti shells with string cheese\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Molly Bolton for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Preheat the oven to 350\u00b0F. Drain the manicotti, and place a stick of string cheese inside each shell. Arrange the shells over the layer of meat sauce in the baking dish, then top the shells with the rest of the sauce.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 5: Bake the manicotti<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2035078\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/String-Cheese_Manicotti_TOHD24_25379_MollyBolton_-4.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"String Cheese Manicotti Step 5- covering 9x13&quot; dish with foil before baking\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Molly Bolton for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Cover the dish and bake it until heated through, 25 to 30 minutes.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 6: Add more cheese and bake again<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2035079\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/String-Cheese_Manicotti_TOHD24_25379_MollyBolton_-5.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"String Cheese Manicotti Step 6- Sprinkling baked manicotti with cheese before baking again\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Molly Bolton for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Remove the cover and sprinkle the shredded mozzarella over the sauce. Bake until the cheese has melted, an additional 5 to 10 minutes.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2035080\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/String-Cheese_Manicotti_TOHD24_25379_MollyBolton_-6.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"String Cheese Manicotti Hero- Finished manicotti in 9x13 dish\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Molly Bolton for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2>String Cheese Manicotti Variations<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Double the string cheese:<\/strong> One stick of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/best-string-cheese\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/best-string-cheese\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">string cheese<\/a> provides a nice amount of cheese per manicotti shell, but if you want to really make this a cheesy meal, you can always add another stick or half stick (whatever fits inside the shells you&#8217;re using).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use ground turkey instead of beef:<\/strong> Ground turkey has slightly less saturated fat than lean ground beef. This makes it a good choice if you&#8217;re trying to reduce saturated fat, but it also means the meat can dry out more. When cooking the turkey, add a little olive oil to the pan to compensate.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to Store String Cheese Manicotti<\/h2>\n<p>Leftover manicotti with string cheese can be refrigerated in an airtight container for about three days. If you want to freeze the leftover manicotti, let it cool, divide it into servings, then wrap each in plastic wrap and then foil. Store those in the freezer for up to three months. If you want to make only a couple of servings of manicotti so you don&#8217;t have any leftovers, try this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/manicotti-for-two\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/manicotti-for-two\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">manicotti for two<\/a> recipe.<\/p>\n<h3>Can you make string cheese manicotti ahead of time?<\/h3>\n<p>You can start the manicotti a day before baking. Make and assemble the manicotti as directed, but don&#8217;t do the final baking stage. Instead, tightly cover your pan with a layer of foil and store it in the refrigerator for up to a day. Then, when you&#8217;re ready to make it, remove it from the refrigerator about an hour or so before baking to let it warm up first.<\/p>\n<h2>String Cheese Manicotti Tips<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2035081\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/String-Cheese_Manicotti_TOHD24_25379_MollyBolton_-7.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"String Cheese Manicotti Hero- Two manicotti plated\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Molly Bolton for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3>What can you serve with manicotti stuffed with string cheese?<\/h3>\n<p>This string cheese manicotti recipe has carbs, meat and dairy, so vegetables should be your first choice for a side dish. Try making this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/fast-italian-vegetable-skillet\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/fast-italian-vegetable-skillet\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">fast Italian vegetable skillet<\/a> if you want something warm to go with the manicotti, or try one of these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/spinach-salads\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/spinach-salads\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">salads<\/a> when you want something cool. Once you have your vegetable side dish, grab one of these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/breads-rolls-pastries\/bread-recipes\/garlic-breads\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/breads-rolls-pastries\/bread-recipes\/garlic-breads\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">garlic bread<\/a> recipes to top off the meal.<\/p>\n<h3>Do you really need to boil the noodles first?<\/h3>\n<p>Do you absolutely have to boil the noodles first? Well, no. You could stuff uncooked shells, assemble the dish as stated in the recipe, then bake the manicotti for 45 to 60 minutes or so, possibly at a slightly higher temperature. But that presents a problem: The noodles need moisture to cook properly, and if you put them in dry, they&#8217;re going to get all that moisture from the sauce. That means the sauce could end up overly thick and rather dry itself because the noodles sucked out everything they could. Boiling the noodles before assembling the manicotti dish rehydrates them so they don&#8217;t absorb as much moisture from the sauce during baking.<\/p>\n<h3>How do you stop the manicotti shells from breaking or flattening out?<\/h3>\n<p>Stuffing the shells with sticks of string cheese will go a long way toward avoiding mangling the shells, which is a very common problem when making manicotti. But the cooking time plays a role too. Don&#8217;t overcook the manicotti, or it will become so soft that it rips easily. Cook it for a little less time than the package states, and remove the manicotti shells from the water with a slotted spoon or strainer, letting them dry on a baking sheet, paper towel or other flat surface. Don&#8217;t let them clump together because then they&#8217;ll stick to each other, increasing the risk of tearing. As for flattening, adding a little more filling (such as a few more pieces of string cheese) and placing the manicotti shells closer together in the pan to stop the melting cheese from leaking out may help the pasta keep more of its shape.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In this simplified version of manicotti, the jumbo pasta shells are filled with string cheese to make a deliciously gooey center, then topped with a beefy tomato 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Editor's Tip: See the tips below regarding cooking time and keeping the manicotti shells from flattening.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/String-Cheese_Manicotti_TOHD24_25379_MollyBolton_-2.jpg?fit=700,1024"},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Cook the beef and onion","text":"In another large skillet over medium heat, cook the beef and onion together until the beef is no longer pink. Drain away any grease.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/String-Cheese_Manicotti_TOHD24_25379_MollyBolton_.jpg?fit=700,1024"},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Finish the sauce","text":"Add the spaghetti sauce to the beef and onion. Grease a 13x9-inch baking dish and add half the meat sauce mixture to the dish.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/String-Cheese_Manicotti_TOHD24_25379_MollyBolton_-1.jpg?fit=700,1024"},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Assemble the dish","text":"Preheat the oven to 350\u00b0F. Drain the manicotti, and place a stick of string cheese inside each shell. Arrange the shells over the layer of meat sauce in the baking dish, then top the shells with the rest of the sauce.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/String-Cheese_Manicotti_TOHD24_25379_MollyBolton_-3.jpg?fit=700,1024"},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Bake the manicotti","text":"Cover the dish and bake it until heated through, 25 to 30 minutes.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/String-Cheese_Manicotti_TOHD24_25379_MollyBolton_-4.jpg?fit=700,1024"},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Add more cheese and bake again","text":"Remove the cover and sprinkle the shredded mozzarella over the sauce. Bake until the cheese has melted, an additional 5 to 10 minutes.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/String-Cheese_Manicotti_TOHD24_25379_MollyBolton_-5.jpg?fit=700,1024"}],"recipeYield":"7 servings","author":[{"@type":"Person","name":"Suzanne S. Wiley"}],"nutrition":{"@type":"NutritionInformation","calories":" 558 calories","fatContent":"29g fat (14g saturated fat)","cholesterolContent":"93mg cholesterol","sodiumContent":"1059mg sodium","carbohydrateContent":"36g carbohydrate (10g sugars","fiberContent":"4g fiber)","proteinContent":"42g protein. "},"aggregateRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"AggregateRating","ratingValue":4.8333335,"reviewCount":6,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5},"review":[{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-04-11","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Lisa9283"},"reviewBody":"<p>I love this recipe. I have been making it for years. Fast, easy, and delicious!<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-11-29","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"liljodo911"},"reviewBody":"I made this a couple of years ago and forgot about it.  Last week my significant other asked for it.  It is easy to make and my 2 picky eaters approved.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-10-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"HelenWeeks"},"reviewBody":"I served this with mixed Italian vegetables and it was amazing.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-11-04","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"tommypoo"},"reviewBody":"I've made this several times, and it is always fast and wonderful!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-03-07","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"a642483"},"reviewBody":"Delicious and easy recipe!  Ate 1\/2 for my husband and I and froze the other half.  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