CHEESY BEEF AND SPINACH MANICOTTI
The filling amount should be plenty to stuff 14 shells with maybe a small amount left over --- to remove the bitterness from the spinach, cook firstly according to package directions --- to save time you may cook the ground beef/spinach mixture up to step #4 and refrigerate for up to 2 days. For easier stuffing, warm the mixture in the microwave to just room temperature before adding in the mozzarella cheese and eggs, then proceed with recipe as stated --- ground beef or bulk Italian sausage may be used successfully. This recipe was developed and tested using both on different occasions. I prefer the Italian sausage meat, you could use half of each if desired --- also see my recipe #72308.
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Manicotti
Time 1h40m
Yield 14 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Grease two 9-inch baking pans.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat stirring with wooden spoon cook the ground beef or bulk sausage meat with the onion until browned breaking up the meat while cooking (about 10-12 minutes the meat should be lightly browned) drain fat.
- Add in garlic and cook, stirring for 2 minutes.
- Transfer to a bowl then mix in the drained spinach, Parmesan cheese and ricotta cheese; set aside to cool (about 10-15 minutes).
- When the ground beef is cool add in mozzarella cheese, eggs, seasoned salt and black pepper mix well to combine, at this point you may season with more salt and pepper if desired and if you want more garlic flavor add in some garlic powder to the mixture.
- Spread about 1/4 to 1/3 cup marinara sauce onto the bottom of each baking pan.
- Carefully stuff each noodle with the beef mixture then place in one layer in the baking dish (you should have 7 in each dish).
- FOR ONE PAN; drizzle about 1-1/2 cups (or more) marinara sauce over shells, sprinkle about 3/4 cup or more of mozzarella cheese over sauce, then sprinkle with 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese on top; repeat with remaining pan.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (oven rack to to lowest position).
- Cover each pan with foil and bake 25 minutes, uncover and continue baking for another 8 minutes (allow to sit for about 15 minutes before serving).
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nazeer rock
[email protected]This recipe was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it. The manicotti shells were cooked perfectly, and the filling was flavorful and cheesy. I would definitely make this recipe again for a special occasion.
yawe patrick
[email protected]I made this recipe for my family, and they loved it! The manicotti shells were cooked perfectly, and the filling was cheesy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Edward Nyarko Relax
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The manicotti shells were cooked perfectly, and the filling was flavorful and cheesy. I loved the creamy cheese sauce. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Chirantha Anuradha
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times, and it's always a hit. The manicotti shells are always cooked perfectly, and the filling is always flavorful. I especially love the creamy cheese sauce.
Abass Rashid
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a special occasion. The manicotti shells are elegant, and the filling is rich and flavorful. I always get compliments when I make this dish.
Daniel Hoptman
[email protected]I love this recipe! The manicotti shells are always cooked perfectly, and the filling is always delicious. I've made this recipe several times, and it's always a hit.
Hamza Alhassan
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow, and the manicotti turned out great! The filling was flavorful, and the cheese sauce was creamy and rich. I will definitely be making this again.
Amara Maldonado
[email protected]I made this recipe last night, and it was a huge success. My husband and kids loved it! The manicotti shells were cooked perfectly, and the filling was cheesy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Victor Jani
[email protected]This is one of my favorite manicotti recipes. The beef and spinach filling is so flavorful, and the cheese sauce is creamy and delicious. I always get compliments when I make this dish.
Kashan Shoaib
[email protected]I've made this recipe a few times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The manicotti shells are always cooked perfectly, and the filling is always flavorful and cheesy. I love that I can make this dish ahead of time and then just pop it in the oven
Katrine Mwakha
[email protected]This cheesy beef and spinach manicotti recipe was a hit with my family! The manicotti shells were cooked perfectly, and the beef and spinach filling was flavorful and satisfying. I especially loved the creamy cheese sauce. I will definitely be making