Sausage Manicotti With Spinach And Cream Sauce

Name: Sausage Manicotti With Spinach And Cream Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 tubes manicotti pasta; 1/2 cup butter; 1 medium onion, finely diced; 1 1/3 lb frozen spinach; 1 pinch nutmeg; 1/3 cup flour; 2 cups low-fat milk; 1/4 lb cream cheese; 1 lb sausage meat; 6 stalks oregano, chopped, plus some leaves for garnish; 1/3 lb mozzarella cheese, grated

Servings: persons

1
Prepare the manicotti pasta according to the package instructions, drain and set aside. Preheat oven to 350u00b0F.
2
To prepare the spinach, heat 1/3 of the butter in a saucepan and gently saute the onion until translucent. Add the spinach and 1/2 cup water, cover and cook over low heat for about 15 mins. Season with salt, pepper and a pinch of nutmeg then drain and set aside.
3
To make the sauce, heat the remaining butter in a pan and stir in the flour to make a smooth paste. Gradually add the milk, stirring constantly, and cook, stirring, for about 5 mins until smooth and creamy. Stir in the cream cheese and season with salt and pepper.
4
To assemble, mix together the sausage and oregano and fill the manicotti pasta with the mixture. Place the spinach in the bottom of a baking dish followed by the manicotti and pour the sauce on top. Sprinkle with the grated cheese and bake for 30-40 mins until golden brown. Sprinkle with oregano to serve.

1700

kcal

Calories

Fat

276

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 tubes manicotti pasta, 1/2 cup butter, 1 medium onion, finely diced, 1 1/3 lb frozen spinach, and more.

Yes, Sausage Manicotti With Spinach And Cream Sauce 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!