Contributed By: gelibeli8
Better Homes and Gardens
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Total Preparation Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Ingredients: Rice, Pasta & Bread
Egg & Cheese
Actual Cooking Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Number of Servings: More than 10
Nutrition Content: Low Calorie
Low Fat
Meal Type: Entree
Ingredients
10 Packaged manicotti shells
1/2 pound Ground turkey sausage
1 clove Garlic, minced
1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese (4 ounces)
1/2 of a 10-ounce Package frozen, chopped spinach, thawed and well drained
1/2 cup Ricotta cheese
1/4 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning, crushed
1 teaspoon Lemon juice
1 beaten egg
1-1/3 cups Spaghetti sauce
2 tablespoons Shredded Parmesan cheese (optional)
Preparation
1.Cook manicotti shells according to package directions. Drain; rinse with cold water. Drain well. Cook sausage and garlic in a large saucepan until cooked through, breaking up sausage with a spoon. Remove from heat. Add mozzarella cheese, spinach, ricotta cheese, the 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, lemon juice, and egg; mix well. Carefully spoon mixture into cooked shells.
2. Cut each manicotti diagonally crosswise into three pieces. Place in a 3-quart rectangular baking dish. Spoon spaghetti sauce over. Bake, covered, in a 350 degree F oven for 30 to 35 minutes or until heated through. If desired, sprinkle with 2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese.
Cook's Notes
Nutrition Information
Calories: 141
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Total Fat: 6 g
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Carbohydrates: 13 g
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Protein: 9 g
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Calcium: 9%
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Sodium: 312 mg
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Iron: 7%
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Fiber: 1 g