Make-Ahead Spinach Manicotti Recipe

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 11
Make-Ahead Spinach Manicotti Recipe for an Italian-style Dinner
in Pasta

Prep

15 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

75 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 carton whole milk ricotta cheese
1 package frozen chopped spinach , thawed and squeezed dry
1 1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese , divided
3/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese , divided
1 large egg , lightly beaten
2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
3 jars spaghetti sauce
1 cup water
1 package manicotti

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
491
Sugar
13g
Fat
23g
This Make-Ahead Spinach Manicotti Recipe is an Italian-style pasta dish that is perfect for serving to your family or friends for dinner. The combination of spinach and cheese provides a rich and creamy filling in the manicotti shells. You can assemble this dish ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for fuss-free entertaining. You can also customize this recipe to your liking by adding more vegetables or meat as desired.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, spinach, 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, 1/2 cup of parmesan cheese, egg, parsley, onion powder, pepper, and garlic powder until well combined.
2.Fill the uncooked manicotti shells with this mixture.
3.In a separate bowl, mix the spaghetti sauce and water.
4.Spread half of the sauce mixture into a 13x9 inch baking dish.
5.Arrange the stuffed manicotti shells over the sauce mixture in the dish.
6.Pour the remaining sauce mixture over the stuffed shells.
7.Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and parmesan cheese over the top of the dish.
8.Cover with foil and refrigerate overnight.
9.Preheat your oven to 375°F.
10.Bake the dish, covered, for 50 minutes.
11.Uncover, and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until cheese is lightly browned.

PROS

This Spinach Manicotti Recipe is a perfect make-ahead meal that requires less than an hour of baking time.

The combination of spinach, ricotta cheese, and parmesan cheese provides you with a good source of protein, vitamins, and calcium.

CONS

Manicotti shells are high in carbohydrates and if you use store-bought sauce it can be high in salt and sugar.

It is not ideal for people who are on a low-carb or low-sodium diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Spinach in this recipe is an excellent source of vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin A, C and K, iron, and calcium.
The calcium from ricotta cheese and parmesan cheese helps maintain strong bones.
However, moderation is key to enjoying this dish as it can be high in carbs, salt, and calories.

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