Cheesy Manicotti Recipe

Name: Cheesy Manicotti
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Nonstick cooking spray; One 8-ounce package manicotti; One 15-ounce container ricotta cheese; 3 cups shredded mozzarella; One 10-ounce package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry; 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning; 2 large eggs, scrambled; Pinch of salt and pepper; One 25-ounce jar tomato and basil pasta sauce; 1 cup shredded provolone; Easy Garlic Bread, for serving, recipe follows; 4 tablespoons butter, softened; One 12-ounce loaf French bread, cut into 1-inch slices; 2 teaspoons dried parsley; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Servings: persons

Nonstick cooking spray
One 8-ounce package manicotti
One 15-ounce container ricotta cheese
3 cups shredded mozzarella
One 10-ounce package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
2 large eggs, scrambled
Pinch of salt and pepper
One 25-ounce jar tomato and basil pasta sauce
1 cup shredded provolone
Easy Garlic Bread, for serving, recipe follows
4 tablespoons butter, softened
One 12-ounce loaf French bread, cut into 1-inch slices
2 teaspoons dried parsley
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 13- by 9-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
2
Cook the manicotti according to package directions; drain and set aside.
3
In a large bowl, stir together the ricotta, 1 1/2 cups of the mozzarella, spinach, Italian seasoning, eggs, salt and pepper.
4
Place the mixture into a large zip-top bag, cut one of the corners off and squeeze the cheese mixture into the manicotti.
5
Pour half of the pasta sauce into the prepared baking dish.
6
Place the stuffed manicotti over the sauce.
7
Pour the remaining sauce over the manicotti.
8
Top with the remaining mozzarella and the provolone.
9
Bake until hot and bubbly, 35 to 40 minutes.
10
Serve with Easy Garlic Bread.
11
Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat.
12
Spread the butter on both sides of the bread and season with the parsley and garlic powder.
13
Place on the grill pan and cook on one side until golden brown.
14
Flip, and continue cooking until other side is golden brown.
15
Remove and serve.

411

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Carbs

Protein

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* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Nonstick cooking spray, One 8-ounce package manicotti, One 15-ounce container ricotta cheese, 3 cups shredded mozzarella, and more.

Yes, Cheesy Manicotti falls under the General 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.

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Cheesy Manicotti

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Variations & substitutions

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