Beefy Manicotti

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 11
Beefy Manicotti Recipe Perfect for Family Dinners
in Italian

Prep

10 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

10 manicotti shells
1/2 pound ground beef
1 small onion , chopped
2 cloves garlic , chopped
1/4 cup dry bread crumbs
1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 egg
2 cups Italian blend shredded cheese , divided
1 can tomato sauce
1 can stewed tomatoes
1/4 cup white Zinfandel
3 mushrooms , thinly sliced

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
5
Calories
872
Sugar
13g
Fat
47g
Beefy Manicotti is a classic Italian dish that will be loved by everyone in your family. It is a hearty and satisfying meal that is perfect for those big family dinners. This dish is made with tender manicotti shells filled with a flavorful beef and cheese stuffing, baked to perfection with zesty tomato sauce and mushrooms. The gooey, melted cheese over the top of the dish is the perfect final touch. Beefy Manicotti is a timeless classic that everyone needs in their recipe book.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.Cook manicotti shells in boiling water for 5-7 minutes. Drain and cool.
3.Brown ground beef in a skillet. Add onion and garlic and cook until tender.
4.Add bread crumbs, seasoning, and egg. Mix well.
5.Stuff each manicotti shell with the beef mixture.
6.Pour tomato sauce and stewed tomatoes with juice into a 13x9 inch baking dish. Stir in white Zinfandel.
7.Arrange the stuffed manicotti shells over the tomato mixture in the baking dish.
8.Sprinkle 1 cup of cheese over the top and add sliced mushrooms.
9.Cover dish with foil and bake for 35-45 minutes. Remove foil and bake for 5-10 more minutes. Let it cool for a while before serving.

PROS

This beefy manicotti recipe is perfect for family dinners.
It is easy to make, delicious, and filling.
The dish is high in protein and calcium from the cheese, and tomatoes contain lycopene – a powerful antioxidant that helps protect against various diseases.

CONS

This recipe is high in calories and fat, and may not be suitable for individuals on a low-carb diet.
It also takes some time to prepare and bake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish provides a good source of protein, calcium and lycopene – which can help reduce the risk of heart disease and certain types of cancers. However, it is high in saturated fat and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

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