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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Zuhaib Ali
[email protected]This was my first time making manicotti and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Sourav Mojumder
[email protected]I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The manicotti was cheesy and flavorful, and the spinach added a nice pop of color. I will definitely be making this again.
Reem
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The manicotti shells were cooked perfectly and the filling was creamy and flavorful. I served it with a side of marinara sauce and it was a perfect meal.
Chiamaka Eneh
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of spinach, but this recipe was surprisingly delicious. The cheese and beef were very flavorful and the spinach added a nice touch of freshness. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Ashraf chandio
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover beef. The manicotti was delicious and the filling was very flavorful. I would definitely make this again.
Rae Copeland
[email protected]I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it! The manicotti was cheesy and flavorful, and the spinach added a nice pop of color. I will definitely be making this again.
Denise Mills
[email protected]This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it. The manicotti was delicious and the filling was very flavorful. I would definitely make this again for a special occasion.
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[email protected]I'm not a fan of beef, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The spinach and cheese were very flavorful and the manicotti shells were cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.
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[email protected]This cheesy beef and spinach manicotti is one of my favorite recipes. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious. I highly recommend it.
Ryan Roberts
[email protected]I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The manicotti was cooked perfectly and the filling was very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
DEEPAK KUMAR
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The manicotti was delicious and the filling was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.
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[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The manicotti is always cooked perfectly and the filling is creamy and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.
Rexvianney Nnaji
[email protected]This was my first time making manicotti and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
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[email protected]I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The manicotti was cheesy and flavorful, and the spinach added a nice pop of color. I will definitely be making this again.
Leenaha Farooq
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The manicotti shells were cooked perfectly and the filling was creamy and flavorful. I served it with a side of marinara sauce and it was a perfect meal.
Ugnius
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of spinach, but this dish was surprisingly delicious. The cheese and beef were very flavorful and the spinach added a nice touch of freshness. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
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[email protected]This cheesy beef and spinach manicotti was a hit with my family! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the pasta was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.