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Manicotti Alla Romana

Manicotti Alla Romana

Cost $20, save $15

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  • 50 Min
  • 7 Servings
  • $20

INGREDIENTS

  • Meat

    • 🐄 1 pound ground beef

  • Dairy

    • 2 cups ricotta cheese
    • 🥚 2 eggs, beaten
    • 🥛 2 cups half-and-half
    • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • Vegetables

    • 🧅 ½ cup chopped onion
    • 🧄 6 cloves garlic, finely chopped
    • 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
    • ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
    • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil

  • Pantry Staples

    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 🧂 Salt to taste
    • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
    • 2 tablespoons chicken bouillon granules
    • 3 cups spaghetti sauce, divided

  • Pasta

    • 1 (12 ounce) package manicotti shells

STEPS

1

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Saute onions until translucent. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Stir in ground beef, cook until browned, season with salt, and allow to cool.

2

Cook spinach according to package instructions. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to boil. Add manicotti shells and parboil, then drain and cool.

3

Mix ground beef, spinach, and ricotta cheese. When cool, add beaten eggs. Spread 1/4 cup spaghetti sauce in a baking dish. Stuff manicotti shells with the meat and cheese mixture, placing them in the dish. Cover to prevent drying.

4

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

5

Make white sauce: Melt butter in a saucepan, stir in flour and chicken bouillon. Gradually add half-and-half while stirring. Bring to a boil, then cook for 1 minute. Add parsley and pour over manicotti.

6

Mix basil into remaining spaghetti sauce and layer over the white sauce. Cover the dish and bake for 40 minutes.

7

Remove from oven, uncover, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

612

Calories

  • 28
    Protein
  • 59
    Carbs
  • 30
    Fats

💡 Prepare the stuffing ahead to save time on assembly.Use fresh spinach for a brighter flavor if desired.To prevent shells from tearing, do not overcook during boiling.