Fried Zucchini

Grubilicious Contributor: Jenni McCarty

1 zucchini
1 package of pancake mix (of your choice)
salt and pepper for taste
handful fresh cilantro chopped
Vegetable oil

1. Heat vegetable oil in a small skillet.
2. Prepare pancake mix according to directions on package. Add salt, pepper, and cilantro for flavor.
3. Slice zucchini into 1/4 inch thick slices, and coat with pancake mixture.
4. Fry zucchini in the heated oil until golden brown. Drain them on a plate with a paper towel, and eat warm.

Old-World Manicotti

Grubilicious Contributor: Jenni McCarty

Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 25 Minutes
Serves 6

12 large manicotti shells
4 c. shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
2 c. ricotta cheese
6 T. chopped fresh basil or 2 T. dried basil
1 (26 ounce) jar prepared spaghetti sauce, divided
1/2 c. grated Parmesan or Romano cheese

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray 13x9 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
2. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain; rinse with cool water. Let pasta dry on wax paper.
3. For filling, in medium bowl, stir together 3 c. mozzarella with the ricotta and fresh basil. Using a teaspoon, carefully stuff pasta shells with prepared cheese mixture.
4. Spoon 2 cups of spaghetti sauce into prepared baking dish. Arrange stuffed pasta over sauce. Pour remaining spaghetti sauce over top of pasta. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella.
5. Bake manicotti for 15 minutes. Sprinkle with the Parmesan; bake for 10 minutes longer. Serve immediately.