Best 13 Mushroom Manicotti Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our tantalizing Mushroom Manicotti, a symphony of flavors that will delight your taste buds. This vegetarian masterpiece features a medley of chopped mushrooms, spinach, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, and mozzarella cheese, all enveloped in delicate manicotti shells. Baked to perfection in a rich tomato sauce, each bite offers a harmonious blend of textures and flavors. This recipe is a delectable main course for lunch or dinner, perfect for vegetarians and meat-lovers alike. Additionally, discover variations of this classic dish, including a Vegan Mushroom Manicotti, bursting with plant-based goodness, and a Portobello Mushroom Manicotti, where the manicotti shells are replaced with hearty portobello mushrooms. Whichever recipe you choose, prepare to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving for more.

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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.

MUSHROOM MANICOTTI



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Planning an elegant dinner for two? With little work, you can prepare these cheese-filled pasta shells topped with a rich, creamy sauce.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 uncooked manicotti pasta shells
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms (5 oz)
2 tablespoons chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/3 cup dry sherry, dry white wine or Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon lemon pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup whipping cream
1 package (3 oz) cream cheese, softened
3 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese
2 tablespoons chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup diced cooked ham
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives or 1 teaspoon freeze-dried chives

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Cook and drain manicotti shells as directed on package.
  • In 3-quart saucepan melt butter over medium heat. Cook mushrooms, 2 tablespoons onion and garlic in butter about 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until vegetables are crisp-tender. Stir in sherry, lemon juice, lemon pepper and salt. Cook over medium-high heat about 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until almost all liquid has evaporated. Stir in whipping cream. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Boil over medium-high heat about 1 minute, stirring frequently, until slightly thickened.
  • In small bowl, mix cream cheese, feta cheese, 2 tablespoons onion and the Worcestershire sauce with fork until well blended. Stir in ham and chives. Fill each shell with about 3 tablespoons of the cheese mixture, using small spoon.
  • Pour half of sauce unto ungreased 8-inch square (2-quart) glass baking dish. Arrange filled shells in dish. Spoon remaining sauce over shells. Cover and bake about 20 minutes or until hot and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 625, Carbohydrate 40 g, Cholesterol 150 mg, Fat 7, Fiber 2 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 27 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 760 mg

BEEF AND MUSHROOM MANICOTTI



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This delicious beefy manicotti dish can be made ahead and reheated.

Provided by Angie McGowan

Categories     Entree

Time 1h30m

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 16

14 uncooked manicotti pasta shells
1 lb ground beef
1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 container (15 oz) ricotta cheese
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese (1 oz)
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (4 oz)
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms (about 5 oz)
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 can (28 oz) Muir Glen™ organic whole tomatoes with basil, undrained
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Cook and drain pasta shells as directed on package, using minimum cook time. Rinse with cold water to cool; drain.
  • Meanwhile, in 12-inch skillet, cook beef, 1 cup onion and the garlic over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until beef is thoroughly cooked; drain, if desired. Stir in basil, oregano, 1 teaspoon salt and the pepper; cook 2 minutes longer. Remove from heat; cool to room temperature.
  • In 10-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook mushrooms and 1/2 cup onion in oil, stirring occasionally, until tender. Add tomatoes and 1 teaspoon salt. Cook about 10 minutes, breaking up tomatoes, until sauce is thoroughly heated.
  • In large bowl, mix beef mixture, ricotta cheese and Parmesan cheese. Spoon mixture into pasta shells. Place in baking dish. Pour sauce over stuffed shells. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
  • Cover; bake 30 minutes. Uncover; bake 20 to 25 minutes longer or until hot and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

SUPER EASY SPINACH & MUSHROOM MANICOTTI(OR SHELLS)



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This dish is so easy and delicious for a weeknight! I make it ALL the time for my boyfriend and I. The leftovers are fabulous.

Provided by Ashley Burnam

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 15

FILLING
1 pt part skim ricotta cheese
1 c italian blend cheese(mozzarella, parmesan, provalone)
1/2 Tbsp garlic powder and onion powder
1 large handful fresh baby spinach, chopped and stems removed
1 Tbsp italian seasoning or marjoram
1 tsp each: salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes
1/4 c milk, nonfat, dry
YOU'LL ALSO NEED...
1 box manicotti noodles, cooked al dente
2 Tbsp olive oil
1 jar(s) your favorite spaghetti sauce
8-10 baby portabello mushrooms
1 tsp each: oregano, basil, pepper, onion powder
1 medium white or yellow onion, chopped

Steps:

  • 1. Start by dumping the ricotta cheese, milk, and all seasonings into a large bowl and stir.
  • 2. Add the spinach and the Italian blend cheese, mix again. Cover and set in the fridge while you cook the noodles. While the noodles cook, I slice and saute the mushrooms and onion in 2 tbsp of butter and salt, pepper and garlic until very soft.
  • 3. After the noodles are al dente, drain them and toss with the olive oil to prevent them sticking to each other.While the noodles cook, add the seasonings and tomatoes to the sauce and stir.
  • 4. 1 at a time, rip or cut 1 side of each manicotti noodle to open it flat. Drop a large spoonful of the mix and roll it back up.
  • 5. Place them into a glass baking dish(13x9) with a couple spoonfuls of sauce on the bottom. make sure the cut side of the noodle is on the bottom or they'll open.
  • 6. After all have been made, put a spoonful of sauce on each roll and cover the top with the rest of the Italian blend cheese.
  • 7. Bake covered on 350 degrees for 20 minutes, then remove foil and cook for another 10-20 minutes or until the pan is bubbly and the cheese starts to brown.

SAUSAGE AND MUSHROOM MANICOTTI WITH WHITE MUSHROOM SAUCE



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Tired of tomato sauce with your pasta? This white sauce is a nice change of pace. Mushrooms and Italian sausage compliment each other well. Don't skip the steps in sauteeing the mushrooms -- this gives the dish its great flavor. A great recipe for entertaining! I made the stuffed pasta ahead of time, covered it and kept it in the refrigerator for several hours. Then quickly made the sauce just before baking. A hit at our dinner party!

Provided by Viclynn

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h5m

Yield 14 stuffed shells, 7 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 lb Italian sausage, bulk
1/2 cup green onion, thinly sliced
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons butter
8 ounces fresh mushrooms, finely chopped
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 (8 ounce) package manicotti pasta, cooked as directed, and drained (rinse with cold water)
1 (5 ounce) can evaporated milk
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
2 tablespoons butter
8 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley or 1 teaspoon dried parsley
1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350. Cook pasta, as directed. Drain and rinse in cold water. (Handle the pasta carefully to avoid tearing the manicotti.).
  • Crumble the italian sausage into a skillet, then cook until no longer pink. Crumble the cooked meat into small pieces. Drain and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, melt the butter, then saute the mushrooms and onions until tender. Add the garlic and cook 2 minutes longer.
  • Transfer vegetables to a bowl, add the sausage, soup, sour cream and pepper. Stir well. Set the skillet aside.
  • Place the meat/mushroom mixture in a large Ziploc bag - snip a hole in one corner. Stuff the manicotti shells and place in a lightly greased 13"x9"x2" baking dish.
  • For the Sauce:.
  • Using the same skillet, melt the butter and saute the sliced mushrooms until tender.
  • Stir in the milk, soup, parsley and heat through. Add the parmesan cheese and HALF the mozzarella. Stir thoroughly. Pour over the stuffed pasta.
  • Cover with aluminum foil and bake at 350 for 25 minutes.
  • Uncover, sprinkle with remaining 1 cup mozzarella, and heat for additional 10 minutes. Enjoy!

CHICKEN AND MUSHROOM MANICOTTI



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Outstanding manicotti dish that will have you eating until you're ready to pop!

Provided by Frank

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Chicken

Time 1h40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 (8 ounce) package manicotti shells
2 bone-in chicken breast halves
1 bay leaf
water to cover
1 tablespoon butter
½ cup chopped fresh mushrooms
⅓ cup finely chopped onion
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon crushed dried basil
¼ teaspoon crushed dried thyme
⅛ teaspoon paprika
2 eggs, beaten
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons butter
¼ cup chopped onion
2 cups milk
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
¼ cup dry white wine
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook manicotti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain.
  • Place chicken and bay leaf into a saucepan and pour in enough water to cover; bring to a boil, cover saucepan, reduce heat to medium, and simmer until chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 20 minutes. Remove chicken from saucepan and place on a work surface to cool. Discard cooking water, skin, and bones. Finely chop chicken.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir mushrooms, 1/3 cup chopped onion, salt, basil, thyme, and paprika until mushrooms are tender, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove saucepan from heat and cool.
  • Mix mushroom mixture, eggs, Parmesan cheese, and chicken together in a bowl.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 12x7-inch baking dish.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir 1/4 cup chopped onion until tender, 5 to 10 minutes. Stir flour into onion until dissolved; add milk. Cook and stir mixture until sauce is bubbling and thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir wine into sauce; add mozzarella cheese and stir until cheese is melted.
  • Stuff the cooked manicotti with chicken mixture and arrange filled pasta in the prepared baking dish. Pour cheese sauce over pasta. Cover dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cooked through, 25 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416.4 calories, Carbohydrate 27.8 g, Cholesterol 139.6 mg, Fat 17 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 35.8 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 439.5 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

CHEESE AND MUSHROOM MANICOTTI



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I love mushrooms! And if I can combine them with cheese (my other passion) and pasta than it can't get any better. You can use Asiago cheese instead of cheddar, which goes great with mushroom as well. This recipe does not require pre-cooking the pasta.

Provided by Asha1126

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h25m

Yield 2 manicotti shells, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
1/4 lb mushroom, coarsely chopped
2 ounces sliced ripe olives, drained
1/4 cup onion, chopped
1/2 cup soft breadcrumbs
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/4 cup milk
2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
4 cups prepared spaghetti sauce
1 cup water
8 manicotti
grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375.
  • In a large bowl combine 1 cup of the Mozzarella with all of the Cheddar cheese, mushrooms, olives, onion, bread crumbs, egg, milk, parsley, and pepper until mixed well. Set aside.
  • Combine spaghetti sauce and water and pour half the sauce into a shallow 3 quart casserole or baking dish.
  • Stuff manicotti shells with cheese mixture and arrange side by side in sauce. Pour remaining sauce over top.
  • Bake, covered, in a 375F degree oven for about 1 hour. Remove cover and sprinkle with remaining Mozzarella cheese, and return to oven, uncovered, for about 10 more minutes or until cheese is melted.
  • Serve with Parmesan cheese, your favorite garlic bread and side salad.

SHIITAKE MUSHROOM AND SPINACH MANICOTTI



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Enjoy this cheesy manicotti that's made with mushrooms and spinach - a tasty Italian dinner.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 17

12 uncooked manicotti pasta or cannelloni shells
2 slices 7-grain sandwich bread
1/4 cup butter or margarine
4 1/2 cups sliced fresh shiitake mushrooms (about 8 oz)
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 bag (10 oz) fresh spinach, stems removed
1 cup ricotta cheese
3 oz Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
1 egg, beaten
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/3 cup butter or margarine
2 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
2 cups half-and-half
4 oz Gouda cheese, shredded (1 cup)
1 1/2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend (6 oz)
3 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Cook and drain pasta shells as directed on package.
  • Meanwhile, tear bread into pieces; place in food processor. Cover; process until coarse crumbs form. Spread crumbs on cookie sheet. Bake 3 to 4 minutes or until toasted. Place crumbs in small bowl; set aside.
  • In 10-inch skillet, melt 3 tablespoons of the butter over medium-high heat. Cook mushrooms and garlic in butter until mushroom liquid is absorbed. Transfer mixture to large bowl. In skillet, melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter over medium-low heat; add spinach. Cover; cook 5 minutes or until wilted. Add spinach to mushroom mixture. Stir in ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, 1/2 teaspoon of the salt and the pepper. Spoon mixture evenly into pasta shells. Place in baking dish.
  • In 2-quart heavy saucepan, melt 1/3 cup butter over low heat. Stir in flour with whisk until smooth. Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Gradually stir in half-and half. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened and bubbly. Stir in remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Add Gouda cheese; stir until melted. Pour sauce over stuffed shells.
  • Add cheese blend and melted butter to toasted bread crumbs; toss well. Sprinkle over shells. Bake uncovered 45 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 411, Carbohydrate 24 g, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 2 1/2 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 770 mg

SAUSAGE MUSHROOM MANICOTTI



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If you're tired of pasta with tomato sauce, try this version instead. A creamy sauce covering sausage-filled noodles makes it hard to resist. -Kathy Taipale, Iron River, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 package (8 ounces) manicotti shells
1 pound bulk Italian sausage
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons butter
1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 teaspoon pepper
SAUCE:
1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk
1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Cook manicotti shells according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain and set aside. In the same skillet, saute onions and garlic in butter until tender. Add mushrooms; heat through. Drain shells and set aside., Transfer mushroom mixture to a bowl; stir in the sausage, soup, sour cream and pepper. Stuff into manicotti shells. Place in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish., For sauce, in a saucepan, heat the milk, mushrooms and parsley. Remove from the heat; add 1-1/2 cups cheese, stirring until melted. Pour over stuffed shells., Cover and bake at 350° for 25 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake 5-10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 449 calories, Fat 26g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 79mg cholesterol, Sodium 949mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

WILD MUSHROOM MANICOTTI



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Taken from the Calorie Commando and changed a bit, this is good! The recipe originally called for ground turkey, but I have used mushrooms instead!

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Manicotti

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 ounce dried porcini mushrooms
6 large manicotti
1 tablespoon olive oil (add more if needed)
1 cup mushroom, your choice, chopped (try shitake, portabella, button,and/or oyster)
5 garlic cloves, crushed
1 small onion, finely sliced
4 ounces roasted red peppers, chopped (or pimientos)
3/4 cup low-fat ricotta cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon coarse black pepper
tomato sauce, recipe follows
1/4 cup finely grated parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 small onion, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 1/2 cups tomato sauce (prepared)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, cover dried mushrooms with hot water; set aside to soak for 30 minutes. After mushrooms have soaked, drain them, and coarsely chop. Meanwhile, prepare manicotti shells according to package directions, drain, and cool. Lightly spray an 8x8-inch baking pan with olive oil; set aside.
  • Heat a nonstick pan over medium heat, and put in olive oil as it is heating. Add mushrooms(except for porcini). Add garlic and onions and cook mixture about 8 minutes. Add porcini mushrooms and continue cooking for 1 to 2 minutes. Add roasted peppers and cook for about 2 minutes. Turn off the heat, and stir in the ricotta. Add salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Transfer mushroom mixture to a large resealable plastic bag. Pipe the filling into the cooled manicotti shells through a hole cut in the corner of the bag(or just spoon it in). Place the manicotti shells in the prepared baking dish. Top with tomato sauce and then sprinkle Parmesan over top. Bake at 375*F. for 25 minutes. Serve immediately. Enjoy!
  • Tomato Sauce:.
  • Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic, onion, and dried oregano, and saute until onion is translucent. Add tomato sauce and bring to a simmer. Remove from the heat and pour over the prepared stuffed manicotti shells.

WILD MUSHROOM & ONION MANICOTTI WITH AN ASIAGO SAUCE



Wild Mushroom & Onion Manicotti With an Asiago Sauce image

Wild mushrooms, caramelized onions, creamy ricotta, tangy cheese, fresh herbs make this a great dish. Now I prefer whole wheat manicotti if you can find it. I found some at Whole Foods which I love, but if not, good ol' Ronzoni or Muellers or any brand will work just fine. To me it is just a nice option to the tomato based manicotti or that with beef or chicken. I just enjoy the change of having a lighter vegetarian dish now and then even though this has a rich cream sauce. You can certainly use a heavy cream vs milk, or even a combination of the two if you want even a thicker sauce, but the the comibination of the wild mushrooms and the Asiago make this a rich dish.

Provided by SarasotaCook

Categories     Manicotti

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 , 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 (8 ounce) box manicotti
6 cups mushrooms, rough chopped (now I used a mix of button or white, cremini, and shitaki, but you can use any combination you want )
1 large onion, cut in quarters and thin sliced
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
8 ounces ricotta cheese (no low fat)
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, grated
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
salt (1/2 teaspoon)
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon olive oil (to saute the mushrooms and onion)
1 teaspoon butter (to saute the mushrooms and onion)
3 tablespoons flour
3 tablespoons butter
3 cups milk (you can use heavy cream, or a combination of milk & cream)
1 pinch nutmeg
1 1/2 cups asiago cheese
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
3/4 cup parmesan cheese, for the topping
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Filling -- In a large saute pan add the butter and olive oil and add the garlic and onions, and cook 3-4 minutes until they begin to brown. Then add the mushrooms and cook until everything is tender and golden brown. Season with the rosemary, thyme, salt and pepper and cook about 5 minutes until everything is combined and the vegetables are nice and soft. Remove and let cool.
  • Pasta -- As the mushrooms cooks, bring a pot of salted water up to a boil and cook the manicotti according to directions. Drain and set on a cookie sheet to cool. I spray the cookie sheet with Pam or any non stick so they don't stick.
  • Filling Part II -- Now after the mushrooms have cooled, add to the ricotta cheese and the mozarella. Mix well and then stuff the manicotti and set to the side as you prepare the sauce.
  • Sauce -- In a medium pot, melt the butter on medium heat and add the flour and mix well to combine. Slowly whisk in the milk and bring to a medium boil to let the sauce thicken. Add a little salt, pepper and a pinch of nutmeg. Once thickened, add the cheese and parsley and simmer just until melted.
  • Casserole -- Add 1 cup of the sauce to the bottom of a casserole dish lightly sprayed with pam or any non stick spray. Then add the manicotti. Top with the remaining cheese sauce making sure to cover each manicotti. Top with the remaining parmesan.
  • Bake -- 350 for 20-30 covered for (10 minutes) then uncovered for another 10-20 minutes until bubbly and golden brown. Make sure to let it set 5 minutes before serving.
  • A rich dish deserves a nice fresh crisp salad to go along the side. My secret salad. You know that jar of marinated vegetables next to the pickles and olives in the condiments aisle. Add a jar of that to some fresh romaine, add some fresh grape tomatoes and you have a great quick salad. You can even add some extra black or kalamata olive if you want. The vinegar and oil in the jar makes a great quick 2 minute salad. I usually add all the vegetables and about 1/2 of the liquid - Nothing else. Just toss and enjoy.

DAN'S MEATY SPINACH & MUSHROOM MANICOTTI



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I created & made this delicious & tasty Manicotti dish for my husband's birthday. It was a Special Birthday request. I made it extra special by using both Ground Round & Italian Sausage, along with Chopped spinach in both the shells & sauce & lots of diced tomatoes & sliced mushrooms, peppers & onions . It had lots of flavor...

Provided by Rose Mary Mogan

Categories     Casseroles

Time 2h35m

Number Of Ingredients 26

1 box manicotti shells, 8 ounces
12 oz mozzarella cheese shreds
3/4 c grated parmesan cheese
MANICOTTI SPINACH & CHEESE FILLING
2 lb ricotta cheese
1 tsp granulated garlic
1 tsp dried sweet basil
3 large eggs, room temperature
1/2 c grated parmesan cheese
10 oz frozen chopped spinach,thawed & squeezed dry
SPINACH & MUSHROOM MEAT SAUCE
3 lb ground round
1 1/2 lb bulk italian sausage
4-6 clove garlic, minced, or 1 tbs. granulated garlic
1 large onion, chopped
10 oz frozen chopped spinach, thawed & squeezed dry
1 Tbsp dried sweet basil
1 Tbsp italian seasoning or oregano
1 tsp ground nutmeg
3 jar(s) pasta sauce, 24-28 ounces each
2 can(s) diced tomatoes 14.5 oz. cans
8 oz canned sliced mushrooms, drained
1 large red bell pepper, chopped
3 Tbsp olive oil, extra virgin
2 Tbsp sugar
1/2 c grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Boil noodles according to directions on package for Al Dente, then rinse and set aside till needed.Add olive oil to large skillet, then add in chopped onions, & peppers, & minced garlic, cook about 5 minutes, then add in the ground round and bulk Italian Sausage, cook until meat is almost done, drain any excess fat. Set aside. Spray a 9 X12 or 9 X 15 size casserole dish with cooking spray and set aside till needed. I used the larger size.
  • 2. Add the pasta sauce to a large pot, then add in the cooked meat & vegetables. Stir to blend & cook over low heat.
  • 3. Defrost spinach if not already thawed, squeeze dry. Add one 10 oz. package to pasta sauce mixture, and stir till mixed.
  • 4. Add in spices and stir again. Add in un drained diced tomatoes, sliced mushrooms & parmesan cheese. Stir till blended together, continue cooking over low heat.
  • 5. While sauce is cooking prepare the ricotta filling, adding in all the spices, spinach, cheese and eggs.
  • 6. Mix until blended together, then set aside until needed.
  • 7. Taste sauce and adjust spices according to taste. Adding more if desired.
  • 8. Now using a 9 X15 size casserole dish, add enough of the meat sauce to cover the bottom of the dish, top with some of the parmesan and a layer of the shredded mozzarella cheese shreds.
  • 9. Now spoon or pipe ricotta mixture into each of the manicotti shells, and lay atop of the sauce. Repeat until all of the shells are filled. Then top with additional shredded mozzarella cheese.
  • 10. Now spoon more sauce over the noodles, along with the remaining parmesan cheese and mozzarella cheese shreds. Then cover dish with aluminum foil and bake in preheated oven for 45 minutes, then remove foil.NOTE: I did place the casserole dish in a larger shallow Jelly Roll pan to catch any potential drips during cooking.
  • 11. Return to oven and continue to bake for an additional 15 to 20 minutes, or until dish is piping hot. Remove from oven, allow to sit and come together for about 15 minutes before serving.
  • 12. Serve with your favorite salad and Garlic Bread and enjoy.

MUSHROOM MANICOTTI



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Planning an elegant dinner for two? With little work, you can prepare these cheese-filled pasta shells topped with a rich, creamy sauce.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 uncooked manicotti pasta shells
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms (5 oz)
2 tablespoons chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/3 cup dry sherry, dry white wine or Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon lemon pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup whipping cream
1 package (3 oz) cream cheese, softened
3 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese
2 tablespoons chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup diced cooked ham
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives or 1 teaspoon freeze-dried chives

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Cook and drain manicotti shells as directed on package.
  • In 3-quart saucepan melt butter over medium heat. Cook mushrooms, 2 tablespoons onion and garlic in butter about 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until vegetables are crisp-tender. Stir in sherry, lemon juice, lemon pepper and salt. Cook over medium-high heat about 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until almost all liquid has evaporated. Stir in whipping cream. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Boil over medium-high heat about 1 minute, stirring frequently, until slightly thickened.
  • In small bowl, mix cream cheese, feta cheese, 2 tablespoons onion and the Worcestershire sauce with fork until well blended. Stir in ham and chives. Fill each shell with about 3 tablespoons of the cheese mixture, using small spoon.
  • Pour half of sauce unto ungreased 8-inch square (2-quart) glass baking dish. Arrange filled shells in dish. Spoon remaining sauce over shells. Cover and bake about 20 minutes or until hot and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 625, Carbohydrate 40 g, Cholesterol 150 mg, Fat 7, Fiber 2 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 27 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 760 mg

Tips:

1. Choose the Right Mushrooms: For the best flavor and texture, use a combination of fresh mushrooms, such as cremini, shiitake, and oyster mushrooms.

2. Cook the Mushrooms Properly: Sauté the mushrooms in butter or olive oil until they are tender and slightly browned. This will enhance their flavor and make them more flavorful.

3. Use a Variety of Cheeses: A combination of ricotta, Parmesan, and mozzarella cheeses creates a rich and creamy filling. You can also add other cheeses, such as Asiago or Fontina, for a different flavor profile.

4. Don't Overcook the Manicotti: Boil the manicotti shells for only a few minutes, until they are al dente. Overcooking will make them mushy.

5. Serve with a Simple Sauce: A simple tomato sauce or a creamy Alfredo sauce is a great accompaniment to mushroom manicotti. You can also garnish with fresh herbs, such as basil or parsley.

Conclusion:

Mushroom manicotti is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its creamy filling, tender pasta shells, and flavorful sauce, it's sure to be a hit at your next dinner party or family gathering. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting recipe, give mushroom manicotti a try. You won't be disappointed!

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