Creamy Baked Spinach and Cheese Manicotti
Indulge in a delightful meatless dish with this Creamy Baked Spinach and Cheese Manicotti. Filled with a rich, creamy blend of cream cheese, cottage cheese, and spinach, then baked in a flavorful tomato sauce for a comforting and satisfying meal.
Instructions
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1
Sauté the onion and garlic in olive oil in a large saucepan until tender. Stir in the tomato sauce, tomato paste, water, wine (or broth), Italian seasoning, sugar, and oregano. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Stir in the cottage cheese, spinach, Parmesan cheese, eggs, and salt to make the filling.
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3
Stuff the cream cheese mixture into the uncooked manicotti shells. Spread 1 cup of the sauce into a 13x9-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray. Arrange the stuffed manicotti over the sauce and pour the remaining sauce over the top.
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Cover and bake at 350°F for 50-55 minutes, or until the pasta is tender. Uncover, sprinkle with the mozzarella cheese, and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
Nutrition Information
Per serving (based on 5 servings)
Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be considered an estimate.
