Spinach Manicotti Recipe

Name: Spinach Manicotti
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 10 manicotti shells; 2 (6 oz.) cans tomato paste; 3 c. water; 1 Tbsp. minced onion; 1/4 tsp. garlic powder; 1/2 tsp. dried whole basil; 1/2 tsp. dried whole oregano; 1/4 tsp. salt (optional); 1/8 tsp. pepper; 2 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen spinach; 1 (16 oz.) carton low-fat cottage cheese; 1/3 c. Parmesan cheese, grated; 1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg; pepper to taste; 1/2 tsp. fresh parsley

Servings: persons

10 manicotti shells
2 (6 oz.) cans tomato paste
3 c. water
1 Tbsp. minced onion
1/4 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 tsp. dried whole basil
1/2 tsp. dried whole oregano
1/4 tsp. salt (optional)
1/8 tsp. pepper
2 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen spinach
1 (16 oz.) carton low-fat cottage cheese
1/3 c. Parmesan cheese, grated
1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg
pepper to taste
1/2 tsp. fresh parsley

1
Cook manicotti shells according to package directions, omitting salt.
2
Drain and set aside.
3
Combine the next 8 ingredients.
4
Cover and cook sauce over low heat for 1 hour.
5
Cook spinach according to package directions, omitting salt.
6
Drain; place on paper towels and squeeze until barely moist.
7
Combine spinach, cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese and nutmeg.
8
Stuff manicotti shells with spinach mixture; arrange in a 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking dish sprayed with cooking spray.
9
Pour tomato sauce over manicotti.
10
Bake at 350u00b0 for 45 minutes.
11
Garnish with parsley.

211

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 10 manicotti shells, 2 (6 oz.) cans tomato paste, 3 c. water, 1 Tbsp. minced onion, and more.

Yes, 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spinach Manicotti

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