Manicotti is a great dish, especially for picky eaters who love the shell shapes of this pasta. Spinach based for vegetarians or for those just looking for a low cost and healthy meal.
Spinach Manicotti Freezer Recipe
Equipment
- freezer
Ingredients
- 1 8- oz package manicotti shells
- 1 10oz pkg frozen chopped spinach
- 1 16-oz ricotta cheese reduced fat if desired
- 1 egg white beaten
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese grated
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
On serving day
- 1 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1/2 tsp minced garlic or one clove fresh garlic
- 1 medium onion chopped
Instructions
- Cook the manicotti shells according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Thaw & cook frozen spinach according to instructions. Drain well and squeeze out excess liquid (using paper towels makes this easier!)
- In a small bowl, combine mozza, ricotta, egg white, nutmeg (and salt and pepper to taste, if desired). Stuff mixture into shells. Place in 9x12 baking dish. Freeze.
On serving day
- Defrost spinach manicotti.
- In a frypan, heat olive oil. Saute onion, garlic, and tomatoes until heated through and onions are cooked, about five minutes. Pour on top of manicotti. Bake in preheated 350F oven for 40 minutes or until done.
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