Irresistible Stuffed Manicotti with Rich Meat Sauce - Recipes by Lena

Ingredients

• 12 manicotti shells, large tube-shaped
• 1 lb ground beef, 80/20 blend
• ½ lb Italian sausage, casings removed
• 1 medium onion, finely diced (about 1 cup)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp dried basil, crushed
• 1 tsp dried oregano, crushed
• 24 oz marinara sauce
• 15 oz whole milk ricotta, well-drained (about 2 cups)
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella, divided
• ½ cup grated Parmesan
• 1 large egg
• Salt, to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste