Creamy 3-Cheese Manicotti with Savory Tomato Sauce

Introduction:
Experience the comfort of classic Italian cuisine with this Manicotti stuffed with a luscious three-cheese filling. Perfectly tender pasta shells cradle a creamy blend of ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan, all smothered in a savory tomato sauce. This dish is ideal for family dinners, special occasions, or anytime you crave cheesy indulgence.

Ingredients:

For the Sauce:

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

½ cup yellow onion, finely chopped

1 tablespoon minced garlic

1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes

1 teaspoon dried basil

1 teaspoon dried oregano

Salt and black pepper, to taste

For the Cheese Filling:

1 ½ cups ricotta cheese

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 egg

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Manicotti:

12 manicotti pasta shells, cooked according to package instructions

Instructions: