Homemade Manicotti with Crepes (Crespelle)

Name: Homemade Manicotti with Crepes (Crespelle)
Prep time: 1 h 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 2 h
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 6 extra-large eggs; 12 ounces cold water; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 cups ricotta cheese; 8 ounces mozzarella cheese; 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese; 1/4 cup freshly grated Romano cheese; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 5 ounces chopped frozen spinach, thawed ((drained & squeezed dry)); 6 cups marinara sauce; 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese ((plus extra for serving))

Instructions

Prep:1h 15minCook:45min

This homemade manicotti recipe is fantastic! Learn how to make manicotti crepes (crespelle) from scratch and stuff them with four cheeses and spinach. Note, you'll need marinara sauce ready to use before you start.

Updated at: Tue, 25 Nov 2025 00:49:52 GMT