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Beef and Spinach Stuffed Manicotti

Elina James
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • For the Manicotti
  • 12 manicotti shells
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
  • 3 cups fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • For the Sauce
  • 3 cups marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • Optional: ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Garnish (Optional)
  • Fresh basil or parsley, chopped

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Cook manicotti shells according to package directions until al dente. Drain and let cool.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned.
  • Add garlic and spinach; cook until spinach wilts. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
  • In a large bowl, combine beef mixture, ricotta, 1 cup mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  • Spread 1 cup marinara sauce in the bottom of a baking dish.
  • Fill each manicotti shell with the beef and spinach mixture and place in the dish.
  • Pour remaining sauce over stuffed shells and sprinkle with remaining mozzarella.
  • Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  • Rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.