Sausage-Stuffed Manicotti

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1
Delicious Sausage-Stuffed Manicotti Recipe Your Whole Family Will Love
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

10 uncooked manicotti
cooking spray
1 lb sweet turkey Italian sausage
1 1/2 cups onions , chopped
1 cup green bell pepper , chopped
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups nonfat milk
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
2 cups tomato-basil pasta sauce
1/4 cup grated fresh parmesan cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
5
Calories
583
Sugar
12g
Fat
33g
Sausage-Stuffed Manicotti is a classic Italian dish that is comforting and filling. This recipe uses turkey Italian sausage to cut down on fat without sacrificing taste. The sausage is mixed with onions and green bell pepper, adding flavor and nutrition to the dish. The stuffed manicotti are then layered with a creamy tomato sauce and baked until golden and bubbly. It's a perfect choice for a cozy family dinner or a potluck with friends.

Instructions

1.Cook uncooked manicotti according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
2.Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
3.Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add sausage and cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it up into small pieces with a wooden spoon.
4.Add onions and bell pepper, and cook for 3-5 minutes until vegetables are tender.
5.Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add flour and stir well. Gradually add milk, stirring constantly. Cook for 5-7 minutes until sauce thickens.
6.Add black pepper and 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese. Stir until cheese is melted.
7.Combine sausage mixture and 1 1/2 cups of pasta sauce. Stuff mixture into cooked manicotti.
8.Spread remaining pasta sauce on the bottom of a 13x9 inch baking pan.
9.Place stuffed manicotti in the pan. Pour cheese sauce over the top.
10.Sprinkle remaining mozzarella and parmesan on top.
11.Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 20-25 minutes.
12.Remove foil and bake for additional 5-7 minutes until cheese on top is golden and bubbly.
13.Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

PROS

This Sausage-Stuffed Manicotti is a delicious and hearty meal the whole family will love.

The recipe is easy to follow and perfect for a weeknight dinner.

It’s a great way to sneak in some veggies for picky eaters.

CONS

This recipe uses turkey Italian sausage, which can be hard to find in some grocery stores.

It’s not the healthiest meal due to the high sodium and fat content.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is a good source of protein, with 28 grams per serving.
Bell peppers are a great source of vitamin C, which promotes healthy immune system and skin.
Tomato-basil pasta sauce contains lycopene, an antioxidant that has been linked to reducing the risk of certain cancers.

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