Best Manicotti Filling Recipe Creamy Ricotta Perfection

Ingredients

• 15 ounces (425g) whole milk ricotta cheese, drained well
• 1/2 cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for topping
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten
• 1/4 cup (15g) chopped fresh parsley, Italian flat-leaf preferred
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
• Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)