Quick and Easy Manicotti for Busy Nights with Spinach and Ricotta
If you’re in search of a quick yet satisfying meal that delivers the comforting flavors of Italy, look no further than this Quick and Easy Manicotti for Busy Nights with Spinach and Ricotta. Perfect for hectic evenings, this dish comes together in just 30 minutes of prep time, allowing you to enjoy a hearty dinner without sacrificing quality or taste. Each manicotti shell is generously stuffed with a creamy mixture of ricotta cheese, spinach, and mozzarella, all topped with rich spaghetti sauce and melted Parmesan. It’s a family-friendly favorite that can easily be customized to suit your preferences. Whether you’re feeding the kids or entertaining guests, this delightful pasta dish is sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 pint ricotta cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 10 ounces frozen chopped spinach (thawed and drained)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (divided)
- 12 manicotti shells
- 32 ounces spaghetti sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ricotta cheese, eggs, spinach, mozzarella cheese, half of the Parmesan cheese, sugar, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Use a spoon or piping bag to fill each manicotti shell with the ricotta mixture.
- Spread some spaghetti sauce on the bottom of a baking dish. Place the filled shells side by side on top of the sauce.
- Pour more spaghetti sauce over the filled shells and sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for about 55 minutes or until bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 manicotti (119g)
- Calories: 272
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 332mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 75mg