Cheesy Spinach and Mushroom Manicotti

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 11
Cheesy Spinach and Mushroom Manicotti
in Pasta

Prep

20 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

8 ounces mushrooms , sliced
2 garlic cloves , minced
10 ounces spinach , thawed and well drained ( frozen chopped )
15 ounces part-skim ricotta cheese
6 ounces part-skim mozzarella cheese , shredded
6 ounces provolone cheese , cut into very small pieces ( shredded )
3 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese
1/2 cup parmesan cheese , shredded ( divided )
1 egg
8 ounces manicotti , cooked al dente ' and drained
16 ounces spaghetti sauce ( with meat )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
668
Sugar
10g
Fat
36g
Cheesy Spinach and Mushroom Manicotti is a delicious and filling meal that is perfect for cold winter evenings. The cheesy filling combined with the hearty pasta make it a crowd-pleaser for all ages. The spinach and mushrooms provide valuable nutrients, making this a more complete meal.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.In a large skillet, sauté mushrooms and garlic until tender. Add spinach and stir until heated through.
3.In a large mixing bowl, combine ricotta, mozzarella, provolone, cream cheese, half of the parmesan cheese, and egg. Add mushroom and spinach mixture and stir until well combined.
4.Stuff manicotti shells with cheese and spinach mixture and place in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Pour spaghetti sauce over stuffed shells, making sure they are well covered.
5.Cover baking dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
6.Remove foil, top with remaining parmesan cheese, and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

This hearty pasta dish is perfect for satisfying cravings for cheesy goodness.

The spinach and mushrooms add valuable nutrients to the meal.

CONS

This dish is high in fat and calories due to the cheese and pasta.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The spinach in this recipe is packed with vitamins A and C, as well as iron.
The mushrooms provide a good source of selenium and potassium.
The cheese in this recipe provides calcium, which is important for bone health.

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