Make-Ahead Spinach Manicotti Recipe

Name: Make-Ahead Spinach Manicotti
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients: 1 (15 ounce) carton ricotta cheese; 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry; 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided; 3/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese, divided; 1 egg; 2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder; 2 (28 ounce) jars pasta sauce with meat; 1 1/2 cups water; 1 (8 ounce) package manicotti

Servings: persons

1 (15 ounce) carton ricotta cheese
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
3/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese, divided
1 egg
2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
2 (28 ounce) jars pasta sauce with meat
1 1/2 cups water
1 (8 ounce) package manicotti

1
In a large bowl, combine ricotta, spinach, 1 cup mozzarella, 1/4 cup Parmesan, egg, parsley, onion powder, pepper and garlic powder.
2
Combine the spaghetti sauce and water; spread 1 cup sauce in an ungreased 13 x 9 x 2 inch baking dish.
3
Stuff uncooked manicotti with spinach mixture; arrange over sauce.
4
Pour remaining sauce over manicotti.
5
Sprinkle with remaining mozaarella and Parmesan.
6
Cover and refrigerate overnight.
7
Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking.
8
Bake, uncovered, at 350 for 40-50 minutes or until heated through.

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (15 ounce) carton ricotta cheese, 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry, 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided, 3/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese, divided, and more.

Yes, Make-Ahead Spinach Manicotti 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.

Make-Ahead Spinach Manicotti

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