Spinach & Ricotta Manicotti with Marinara

This Spinach & Ricotta Manicotti with Marinara is a comforting dish that delights the palate and adds warmth to any dinner table.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 35

Total Time 1 5

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Manicotti

12 oz Manicotti pasta use store-bought or homemade
2 cups fresh spinach packed
15 oz ricotta cheese creamy
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese for depth of flavor
1 large egg to bind the filling
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

For the Marinara Sauce

2 cups marinara sauce homemade or store-bought
1 teaspoon dried oregano

Equipment

Oven
skillet
Baking dish
Mixing bowl

Method

Preparation

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cook the manicotti pasta according to package directions until al dente.
Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.
Sauté the fresh spinach in a skillet over medium heat for about 2-3 minutes until wilted.
Mix the filling by combining ricotta cheese, sautéed spinach, Parmesan cheese, egg, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
Fill each manicotti shell with the spinach and ricotta mixture.
Spread half of the marinara sauce evenly on the bottom of a baking dish.
Lay the filled manicotti on top in a single layer, then pour the remaining sauce over the top.
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
Uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Garnish with fresh herbs or extra Parmesan cheese before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding crushed garlic to the spinach while cooking.

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