Best 3 Sausage Spinach Manicotti Recipes

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Sausage spinach manicotti is a delicious and hearty Italian dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. The combination of savory sausage, creamy spinach, and tender pasta is sure to please everyone at the table. Whether you are looking for a classic recipe or something with a modern twist, there are plenty of options to choose from. In this article, we will explore some of the best recipes for sausage spinach manicotti, providing you with all the information you need to create a delicious and memorable meal.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

SPINACH MANICOTTI WITH ITALIAN SAUSAGE



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Old world-style manicotti dish with a couple of my own touches. Absolutely delicious! The best manicotti recipe out there! I recommend using Bertolli® Italian Sausage, Marinara with Burgundy Wine, or Tomato and Basil sauce flavors.

Provided by Cherokee Princess

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (9 ounce) bag fresh spinach
1 pound bulk Italian sausage
1 (24 ounce) carton small curd cottage cheese
1 (12 ounce) package shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
12 manicotti shells
2 (24 ounce) jars spaghetti sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bring a pot of water to a boil and immerse spinach in the boiling water until dark green and softened, about 2 minutes. Drain and squeeze out excess moisture.
  • Cook sausage in a skillet over medium heat until browned and crumbly, about 10 minutes, stirring often. Drain excess grease. Combine spinach and sausage in a bowl. Mix cottage cheese and 8 ounces of mozzarella cheese into sausage and spinach, stirring until filling is thoroughly combined.
  • Use your fingers to stuff uncooked manicotti shells with stuffing. Lay stuffed manicotti into a baking dish, side by side, and pour both jars of sauce over manicotti.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until manicotti are tender but still slightly firm to the bite and the filling is hot, 1 hour to 1 hour and 15 minutes. Sprinkle remaining 4 ounces of mozzarella cheese over the dish, let the cheese melt, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 764.7 calories, Carbohydrate 63.5 g, Cholesterol 87.6 mg, Fat 35.4 g, Fiber 7.9 g, Protein 47.6 g, SaturatedFat 15.7 g, Sodium 2394.7 mg, Sugar 22.5 g

SAUSAGE SPINACH MANICOTTI



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"My newly married daughter didn't want to ask her mother-in-law for the recipe to her husband's favorite meal," writes Donna Moyer of Grants Pass, Oregon. "Instead, she asked me to help her figure out a recipe. Together, we cam up with this delicious stick-to-the-ribs casserole. It's so easy, today my 4-year-old granddaughter stuffs the pasta shells herself!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h25m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
1-1/2 cups 4% cottage cheese
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1 garlic clove, minced
10 uncooked manicotti shells
1 pound bulk Italian sausage
1 jar (26 ounces) spaghetti sauce
3/4 cup water

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine 1 cup mozzarella cheese, cottage cheese, spinach, Parmesan cheese, egg, oregano and garlic; stuff into uncooked manicotti shells. Place in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish., Crumble sausage into a large skillet; cook over medium heat until no longer pink. Drain. Stir in spaghetti sauce; pour over manicotti. Pour water along sides of pan. , Cover and bake at 350° for 1 hour. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining mozzarella. Bake 5-8 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 648 calories, Fat 34g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 138mg cholesterol, Sodium 1763mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 40g protein.

HEALTHY SPINACH AND SAUSAGE STUFFED MANICOTTI



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This is one of my bf favorite dishes with a healthy twist. We did the math and this ends up about 380 per serving (2 stuffed noodles). Enjoy sans guilt!

Provided by sbera007

Categories     Manicotti

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 cup onion (chopped)
1/2 cup green pepper (chopped)
2 garlic cloves (minced)
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 (15 ounce) cans chopped tomatoes (drained)
1 teaspoon thyme
1 tablespoon basil
1 tablespoon oregano
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
3 hot Italian turkey sausage (removed from casing and crumbled)
2 cups fresh spinach (packed)
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/2 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
1 cup fat-free cottage cheese
1 cup mozzarella cheese
1 (8 ounce) package manicotti (cooked)

Steps:

  • Combine onion, green pepper, garlic, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, thyme, basil, oregano, red pepper in a medium sauce pan over medium high heat. When heated through reduce heat to low and cover. (simmer about 1 hour).
  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Heat teaspoons of olive oil in a skillet and saute spinach until wilted. Set aside to cool. When cool chop the spinach.
  • Add sausage to skillet spinach was in and cook until browned. Drain.
  • In a bowl, combine spinach, cheeses, sausage.
  • Place a layer of sauce in the bottom of a 13 by 9 pan.
  • Stuff noodles with cheese, spinach, and sausage and place in pan.
  • Top with the rest of the sauce.
  • Bake 350 for 30 to 45 minutes.

Tips for Making Sausage Spinach Manicotti

  • Use fresh ingredients whenever possible. Fresh spinach, sausage, and cheese will give your manicotti the best flavor.
  • Don't overcook the pasta shells. They should be al dente, or slightly firm to the bite.
  • Be careful not to overstuff the pasta shells. They should be filled, but not so full that they burst open.
  • Bake the manicotti until the cheese is melted and bubbly. This will take about 30 minutes.
  • Serve the manicotti with your favorite sauce. Marinara sauce, Alfredo sauce, or a simple tomato sauce are all good choices.

Conclusion

Sausage spinach manicotti is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With its creamy filling, crispy pasta shell, and flavorful sauce, this dish is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new recipe to try, give sausage spinach manicotti a try. You won't be disappointed!

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