Mole Rat Manicotti

VT-11 Mole Rat Manicotti
Experimental protein module • Baked, rich, high-output
6 servings Prep: 25 min Total: 75 min
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Ingredients

Core

  • Manicotti shells
  • Ground beef or sausage
  • Ricotta cheese
  • Mozzarella cheese
  • Egg
  • Marinara sauce

Seasoning

  • Italian seasoning
  • Garlic powder
  • Salt
  • Black pepper

Instructions

Prep Filling

  • Mix meat, ricotta, egg, seasoning, salt, and pepper.

Stuff Shells

  • Fill manicotti with mixture.

Assemble

  • Spread sauce in baking dish.
  • Arrange stuffed shells.
  • Cover with more sauce and mozzarella.

Bake

  • Cover with foil.
  • Bake until bubbly and cooked through.

Overseer’s Notes

  • Make ahead and refrigerate before baking.
  • Freezes extremely well.
  • Add spinach for nutrition boost.

Pairings

  • Garlic bread
  • Caesar salad

Timeline (≈ 75 min total)

  • Prep: 25 min
  • Bake: 45 min
  • Rest: 5 min