Oyster Mushroom And Three Cheese Beef Manicotti

Name: Oyster Mushroom And Three Cheese Beef Manicotti
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 manicotti; 3 cups oyster mushrooms, chopped; 2 cups leeks, chopped (white and pale green parts); 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic, minced; 4 ounces lean ground beef; 1/4 beef stock; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 3/4 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/2 cup 5% fat ricotta cheese; 1/3 cup lowfat mozzarella cheese, shredded; 3 tablespoons low-fat parmesan cheese, grated; 1 large egg; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1/8 black pepper, freshly ground; 1 cup pasta sauce (I use Five Brothers Marinara & Burgandy Wine); 3 tablespoons skim milk

Servings: persons

12 manicotti
3 cups oyster mushrooms, chopped
2 cups leeks, chopped (white and pale green parts)
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic, minced
4 ounces lean ground beef
1/4 beef stock
2 tablespoons tomato paste
3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 cup 5% fat ricotta cheese
1/3 cup lowfat mozzarella cheese, shredded
3 tablespoons low-fat parmesan cheese, grated
1 large egg
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 black pepper, freshly ground
1 cup pasta sauce (I use Five Brothers Marinara & Burgandy Wine)
3 tablespoons skim milk

1
Cook manicotti shells in large pot of boiling water fo 14 minutes.
2
Drain.
3
Rinse under cold water.
4
Drain.
5
Set side.
6
Cook mushrooms, leeks and garlic in large nonstick skillet sprayed with vegetable spray over medium-high heat for 8 minutes or until softened.
7
Add beef, stirring to break up.
8
Cook for 3 minutes or until no longer pink.
9
Add stock, tomato paste and thyme and cook fo 2 minutes.
10
Remove from heat.
11
Place beef mixture, ricotta, mozzarella, 2 tbsp parmesan, egg, salt and pepper in food processor.
12
Pulse on and off until well mixed.
13
Set Aside.
14
In a small bowl combine tomato sauce and milk.
15
Spread half of sauce over bottom of 13x9 baking dish.
16
Stuff each manicotti shell with about 3 tbsp filling and place in baking dish.
17
Cover with remaining sauce and sprinkle with remaining parmesan cheese.
18
Cover with foil and bake in preheated 375 degree oven for 20 minutes.

507

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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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 manicotti, 3 cups oyster mushrooms, chopped, 2 cups leeks, chopped (white and pale green parts), 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, Oyster Mushroom And Three Cheese Beef Manicotti falls under the Seafood 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!