Brynn'S 3-Cheese Spinach Manicotti With Meat Sauce

Name: Brynn'S 3-Cheese Spinach Manicotti With Meat Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) package manicotti; 1 (15 ounce) carton ricotta cheese; 1/2 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese; 1 lb mozzarella cheese, grated; 1 egg, beaten; 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper; 1 (26 ounce) jar marinara sauce; 1/2 - 1 lb ground beef, cooked

Servings: persons

1
Thaw Spinach.
2
Preheat oven to 350u00b0 F.
3
Grease a 13X9 baking dish; set aside.
4
Cook manicotti according to package directions, drain & set aside.
5
Cook meat & mix it in with marinara sauce; set aside.
6
Grate mozzarella cheese (if not pre-shredded).
7
In large bowl mix ricotta, 2 cups mozzarella, 1/2 cup parmesan, egg, prepared spinach,salt & pepper.
8
Carefully split a manicotti shell open.
9
Shape a ball of cheese mixture to fit the shell; close shell and lay seam-side down into prepared baking dish. Repeat procedure with remaining shells & cheese mixture.
10
Pour meat sauce over shells and top with remaining mozzarella cheese.
11
Bake uncovered for 30 minutes or until bubbly.

488

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (8 ounce) package manicotti, 1 (15 ounce) carton ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese, 1 lb mozzarella cheese, grated, and more.

Yes, Brynn'S 3-Cheese Spinach Manicotti With Meat Sauce falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Brynn'S 3-Cheese Spinach Manicotti With Meat Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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