SPINACH AND MUSHROOM MANICOTTI

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This is my most famous dish, Manicotti con Spinaci e Funghi, I sometimes make it without the spinach and its just as good, also I really like garlic so if you don't like a very strong garlic taste I would only use one clove instead of the 2-3 i would normally use.

Provided by Nessas Mommy

Categories     Manicotti

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

16 ounces manicotti (you might only use 1 box but count on some noodles splitting while they cook)
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 eggs
6 ounces mushrooms, I like to use fresh, it really makes a HUGE difference, a whole small box like you buy at the grocer
2 -3 garlic cloves, depending on size, if your not a big fan of garlic just use 1
6 ounces chopped fresh spinach, you can use frozen you will need about 10 oz thawed and dried
1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
1/3 cup chopped basil leaves
1 teaspoon salt
26 ounces of your own spaghetti sauce or 26 ounces about 1 1/2 jars store bought spaghetti sauce
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, again I like to use fresh, the taste is much better. Have extra for the dinner table

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  • Cook manicotti noodles for 7 minutes, drain and rinse with cool water; set aside.
  • Heat oil or butter in a large pan over about medium heat, sauté mushrooms and garlic till mushrooms are tender.
  • Add spinach and continue cooking about 5 minutes, careful not to overcook mushrooms and garlic. Drain and set aside.
  • Beat eggs lightly in a large bowl and ricotta cheese, basil and salt. Stir in mushroom mixture. If this ends up being a little too runny for stuffing your manicotti, you can use regular parmesan cheese like you.
  • Keep in your fridge as a kind of filler to thicken it up a bit.
  • Spread about a cup of sauce in the bottom of a large baking dish. Fill manicotti with mushroom/cheese mix place in dish and cover with sauce. Sprinkle the fresh parmesan cheese on top and cover with foil.
  • Bake for 30 minutes. Uncover and place bake in over for 5-10 minutes or until cheese is melted and lightly browned.

Christopher F Medina
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This recipe was a hit! The manicotti shells were cooked perfectly and the filling was delicious.


Andrew Hammond
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Loved this recipe! The manicotti shells were perfectly cooked and the filling was flavorful.


AMIRARSALAN GHASEMI
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This was a great recipe! The spinach and mushroom filling was delicious and the manicotti shells were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Asfand Khan
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The manicotti shells were cooked perfectly and the filling was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Sniper Monkey
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The spinach and mushroom filling was delicious and the manicotti shells were cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Md Mijanur Rahman. Roll - 28
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I tried this recipe and it turned out great! The filling was flavorful and the manicotti shells were cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy Italian dish.


Evelyn Oduh
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This was an excellent recipe! The manicotti shells were cooked perfectly and the filling was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a tasty and easy Italian dish.


Mh Nafizur Rahman
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The spinach and mushroom filling was a great combination and the manicotti shells were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


DJ KAMPARA MW
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I loved this recipe! The manicotti shells were cooked perfectly and the filling was so flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy Italian dish.


Gulzar BoutiQue
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This was a delicious and easy recipe to follow. The spinach and mushroom filling was flavorful and the manicotti shells cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again!