Step 1

Cook the manicotti noodles in a pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions to al dente. Remove to a pan and let cool slightly

Step 2

While noodles are cooking, make the alfredo sauce. In a pan, melt the butter and cook the garlic over medium-high heat until lightly golden and fragrant.

Step 3

Toast the flour with a wooden spoon while stirring it into the butter. Whisk in the milk and cream, then bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 4

Reduce heat to low then fold in the parmesan cheese until cheesy and incorporated. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.

Step 5

In a mixing bowl, mix together the filling ingredients together. Set aside.

Step 6

Preheat the oven to 375° F and prepare a 9x13 baking dish.

Step 7

Fill the manicotti with a butter knife or spoon on each side. Repeat for remaining manicotti.

Step 8

In the 9x13 tray, ladle half the sauce in the bottom of the pan, then arrange manicotti in the sauce, finish with more manicotti and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.

Step 9

Bake for 30 - 35 minutes or until the cheesy is lightly golden and sauce is bubbly. Garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy!