The Cheesiest Manicotti Ever

My cheesy manicotti is so good you won't be able to resist having seconds. Just loosen up the belt a bit.

Here's what you'll need:
9 manicotti
16 oz part skim ricotta cheese
1 cup finely shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 grated parmesan cheese
1 tsp dried tarragon
1/2 tsp dried basil
salt and pepper to taste
2 cups marinara sauce

Boil a pot of salted water and add the manicotti. Cook until just under al dente. Carefully remove the manicotti from the water and place on a non-stick foil covered dish until ready to use. Mix the rest of the ingredients together in a bowl, minus the sauce of course. Salt and pepper to taste. With the manicotti cooled down a bit, carefully fill them with the cheese. I use my fingers, I think it's easiest, but you can use a spoon or pastry bag as well. Spray the bottom of a casserole dish. Spoon some marinara around the dish and add the manicotti. Cover with marinara. Bake at 350 degrees until melty and bubbly, about 20-30 minutes.

Tasty Tidbit: I love tarragon. It's a very under appreciated herb. But, it can be quite pungent. I recommend restrained usage if you don't know how you're going to like it. If you just don't care for it feel free to substitute something you love.

Enjoy!