Manicotti

Manicotti is a classic Italian-American baked pasta dish featuring large, ridged pasta tubes generously filled with a creamy cheese mixture, often including ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan, then topped with marinara or béchamel sauce and baked until bubbly. It's a hearty, comforting main course that showcases the simple yet satisfying combination of pasta, cheese, and sauce.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is typically high in carbohydrates from the pasta and rich in fat and protein from the generous cheese filling. A single serving can provide a good source of calcium and protein, but also carries a significant calorie load, often ranging from 400 to 600 calories depending on portion size and recipe specifics.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	18 g
Carbs	32 g
Fat	16 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	680 mg
Calcium	250 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Potassium	320 mg
Vitamin A	150 mcg
Vitamin C	8 mg
Vitamin B12	1.2 mcg
Phosphorus	220 mg
Zinc	2.0 mg

Per 2 pieces (about 240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

While manicotti is considered an Italian-American creation, its concept is inspired by traditional Italian dishes like 'crespelle' (crepes) or stuffed pasta. Nutritionally, it's a prime example of a 'comfort food' that delivers high satiety through its combination of fats and proteins, making it a very filling meal.