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Homemade Spinach Manicotti

This Homemade Spinach Manicotti is a cozy Italian dish packed with creamy flavors and fresh ingredients!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crepes:
  • 16 crepes homemade crepes as the pasta shells
For the Filling:
  • 15 oz part-skim ricotta cheese such as Polly-O
  • 2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese reserve 1/2 cup for topping
  • 1 large egg to bind the filling
  • 10 oz frozen spinach thawed and well-drained
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan Reggiano for extra flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt to enhance flavors
  • Black pepper to taste
For the Sauce:
  • 2 1/2 cups jarred marinara or homemade marinara sauce choose your favorite

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • 9x13 Baking Dish
  • Spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

Instructions:
  1. Step 1: Prepare the crepes. Make sure they are thin and cooked on both sides for the best results.
  2. Step 2: Make the filling by combining ricotta, 1 1/2 cups mozzarella, egg, spinach, Parmesan, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
  3. Step 3: Fill each crepe with the mixture and roll tightly.
  4. Step 4: Spread marinara sauce in a baking dish and arrange filled crepes seam-side down.
  5. Step 5: Top with remaining sauce and mozzarella, then bake in a preheated oven for 25-30 minutes.
  6. Step 6: Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add crushed red pepper flakes to the filling.
  • Assemble ahead of time and refrigerate before baking.
  • Mix in vegetables for added nutrition.