Kirk's Low-Fat Manicotti Recipe

Name: Kirk's Low-Fat Manicotti
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 boxes manicotti; 1-1/2 lb. 7% fat hamburger; 1 lg. red onion, chopped; 2 tbsp. safflower oil; 4 cloves fresh garlic; 1 tbsp. Italian seasoning; 1 tsp. pepper; 1 tsp. salt; 2 pkg. (10 oz. each) frozen chopped spinach, thawed; 1 qt. non-fat cottage cheese; 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese; 1 jar (4 lb.) Prego spagetti sauce with mushrooms; 2 cups water; 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese for topping

Servings: persons

2 boxes manicotti
1-1/2 lb. 7% fat hamburger
1 lg. red onion, chopped
2 tbsp. safflower oil
4 cloves fresh garlic
1 tbsp. Italian seasoning
1 tsp. pepper
1 tsp. salt
2 pkg. (10 oz. each) frozen chopped spinach, thawed
1 qt. non-fat cottage cheese
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
1 jar (4 lb.) Prego spagetti sauce with mushrooms
2 cups water
1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese for topping

1
In large frying pan, brown the hamburger, onion, garlic, oil, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper (do not drain).
2
Cool mixture for 10 minutes then add spinach, cottage cheese and parmesan cheese; mix thoroughly.
3
Pour spagetti sauce and water in large, mix well.
4
Boil manicotti noodles 7 minutes only, and drain and rinse with cold water.
5
Spray bottom of two oblong glass baking dishes with nonstick spray and apply a layer of sauce.
6
Carefully stuff noodles with meat mixture and arrange in pans.
7
Cover with remainder of sauce.
8
Sprinkle top with Parmesan cheese.
9
Cover with aluminum foil and bake at 350F for approximately 50 minutes, then remove foil and bake another 10 minutes.
10
Remove from oven and let cool 15 minutes.
11
Ready to serve.

359

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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

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 boxes manicotti, 1-1/2 lb. 7% fat hamburger, 1 lg. red onion, chopped, 2 tbsp. safflower oil, and more.

Yes, Kirk's Low-Fat Manicotti falls under the Meat & Poultry 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!

Kirk's Low-Fat Manicotti

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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