Manicotti with Spinach and Cheese

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Baked pasta dishes are a great way to transform leftovers into new and delicious meals! Ricotta with spinach is a classic combo for manicotti but the possibilities are endless!

Prep 00:20
Cook 00:50
Total 01:10
Yield 4 to 6

Ingredients

  • 1 pkg (225 g) Italpasta Manicotti
  • 2 cups (500 mL) ricotta cheese
  • 1 lb (500 g) fresh spinach, cooked and finely chopped (squeeze dry)
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 cup (250 g) shredded mozzarella
  • 1/2 cup (125 g) grated Parmesan, divided
  • 2 tbsp (30 mL) seasoned breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 tsp (2 mL) salt
  • 1/4 tsp (1 mL) pepper
  • 1/4 tsp (1 mL) ground nutmeg
  • 1 jar (680 mL) tomato sauce

Instructions

  1. 1
    Cook shells according to package directions; drain well.
  2. 2
    Stir ricotta, spinach, egg, mozzarella, 1/4 cup (50 mL) Parmesan, breadcrumbs, salt, pepper and nutmeg.
  3. 3
    Spread 1/2 cup (125 mL) sauce over bottom of 13x9 inch (3.5 L) baking dish.
  4. 4
    Fill manicotti with ricotta mixture; place over sauce in a single layer. Cover with remaining sauce and Parmesan.
  5. 5
    Bake, covered with foil, at 350°F (180°C) for 40 minutes or until heated through. Uncover; bake for 10 minutes or until sauce is thickened. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Category
Entree/Main
Cuisine
Italian

Recipe Attribution

Italpasta Manicotti Pasta

UPC: 068062052825