Italian Stuffed Pasta Tubes Recipe

Name: Italian Stuffed Pasta Tubes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) package manicotti shells; 1 (20 ounce) package Italian turkey sausages, casings removed; 1 (24 ounce) jar roasted garlic spaghetti sauce (such as Barilla(R)), divided; 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic; 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning; 2/3 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; cooking spray; Cheese Sauce:; 3 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2 cups whipping cream; 1/2 cup shredded fontina cheese; 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; 1/4 cup shaved Parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1 (8 ounce) package manicotti shells
1 (20 ounce) package Italian turkey sausages, casings removed
1 (24 ounce) jar roasted garlic spaghetti sauce (such as Barilla(R)), divided
1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
2/3 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
cooking spray
Cheese Sauce:
3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups whipping cream
1/2 cup shredded fontina cheese
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup shaved Parmesan cheese

1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Cook manicotti until tender yet firm to the bite, about 7 minutes.
2
Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir sausage in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain excess grease.
3
Drain manicotti tubes and allow to cool. Add 2 cups spaghetti sauce, garlic, and Italian seasoning to the sausage; simmer for about 10 minutes.
4
Cut manicotti tubes open and lay flat. Place about 3 tablespoons of the sausage mixture and some mozzarella cheese down the middle. Roll up tubes.
5
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
6
Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour until a smooth paste forms. Slowly pour in cream, whisking to prevent any lumps. Cook until thickened, about 5 minutes. Add fontina, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses; whisk thoroughly to blend.
7
Pour 1/2 of the cheese sauce into the prepared casserole dish. Place stuffed tubes seam-side down over the sauce. Pour remaining cheese sauce on top. Pour remaining spaghetti sauce down the middle of the casserole dish.
8
Bake in the preheated oven until golden, 20 to 25 minutes.

775

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Fat

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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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (8 ounce) package manicotti shells, 1 (20 ounce) package Italian turkey sausages, casings removed, 1 (24 ounce) jar roasted garlic spaghetti sauce (such as Barilla(R)), divided, 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic, and more.

Yes, Italian Stuffed Pasta Tubes falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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!

Italian Stuffed Pasta Tubes

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Variations & substitutions

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