Mix flour, butter, eggs and salt in a large bowl. Gradually add water and mix to form a soft dough. Knead on a floured board until smooth. Roll out with a rolling pin until thin. Cut into rectangles about 4x6-inches each. Put 1-1/2 tablespoons of ricotta cheese in the center of each rectangle. Roll over the dough to close and moisten with a little water to seal. Boil manicotti gently in water for 10 minutes and remove with a flat strainer. Place into a oiled baking dish and top with tomato sauce. Sprinkle with fresh basil. Bake in a 400°F preheated oven for 10 minutes. Serve with the grated Romano cheese on the side.
Author's Comments
It just sounds like alot of work, but it all goes fast. And is well worth the work and the wait.
Instructions
Mix flour, butter, eggs and salt in a large bowl. Gradually add water and mix to form a soft dough. Knead on a floured board until smooth. Roll out with a rolling pin until thin. Cut into rectangles about 4x6-inches each. Put 1-1/2 tablespoons of ricotta cheese in the center of each rectangle. Roll over the dough to close and moisten with a little water to seal. Boil manicotti gently in water for 10 minutes and remove with a flat strainer. Place into a oiled baking dish and top with tomato sauce. Sprinkle with fresh basil. Bake in a 400°F preheated oven for 10 minutes. Serve with the grated Romano cheese on the side.
Author's Comments
It just sounds like alot of work, but it all goes fast. And is well worth the work and the wait.
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