Don't Cook The Manicotti Recipe

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   In a skillet, brown meat with onion and garlic pwdr.

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   Stir in half of tomato juice (2 c.), tomato paste, oregano, sugar, and pepper.

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   Simmer 15 min.

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   In a large bowl, combine half of the Mozzarella cheese (2 c.), cottage cheese, spinach, egg, egg white, and Parmesan cheese.

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   Stuff uncooked manicotti shells with cheese mix.

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   Arrange in a nonstick-sprayed 9 x 13 inch baking pan.

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   Spread remaining stuffing mix over the top and spoon meat sauce over shells.

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   Pour remaining tomato juice (2 c.) over all.

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   Cover and bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour.

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    Remove from oven and top with remaining cheese.

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    Cover and let stand 15 min.

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    NOTE: Use a small baby spoon to stuff shells.

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    Double meat mix and freeze half for your next batch.

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    This can be easily assembled and frzn for later use.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.