GRANDMA DONNA'S MANICOTTI

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Manicotti is a favoret meal at my house. I try to reduce as much fats as I can when cooking without losing the flavor.

Provided by donna clark

Categories     Turkey

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 pkg ( 8 oz each ) manicotti shells
1 lb bulk italian sausage
4 c cubed turkey or chicken ( cooked )
1 oz carton rediuced ricotta cheese
2 c (8 oz ) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 c grate romano cheese
3/4 c reduiced fat parmesan cheese
1/4 c minced fresh parsley
2 jar(s) (26 oz ) each spaghetti sauce
1/4 c butter cubed
1/4 c flour all-purpose
2 eggs beaten
2 1/2 c low fat milk

Steps:

  • 1. Cook manicotti according to package directions. Meanwhile melt butter in a sause pan, Stir in the flour until smooth. Gradually add milk, bring to a boil, cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted, set aside.
  • 2. Drain the manicotti and set aside.
  • 3. In a large skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat until no longer pink, and drain. Add the chicken, eggs, mozzarella cheese ,rictta cheese, and romano cheese and 3/4 cup white sauce. Stuff into manicotti shells.
  • 4. Spread 1/2 cup spaghetti sauce each in two ungreased 13" by 9" baking pan. Top with manicotti. Pour remaining spaghetti sauce over the top.
  • 5. Reheat the remaining white sauce, stirring constantly. Pour over spaghetti sauce sprinkle with fresh parsley. Bake uncovered at 350 degrees fo 45-50 minutes. let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Masila Isaac
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This recipe is a must-try! The manicotti were delicious and the filling was perfect. I will definitely be making this again!


Jimmy Huerta
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This was a delicious recipe! The manicotti were cooked perfectly and the filling was so flavorful. I loved the combination of the cheeses and the spinach. I will definitely be making this again.


Mustansar Hussain
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This recipe was easy to follow and the manicotti turned out great! The filling was flavorful and the cheese was melted and gooey. I will definitely be making this again.


Ruby Diamond Sheikh
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I've been making this recipe for years and it's always a hit! The manicotti are always cooked perfectly and the filling is so flavorful. I love the addition of the mushrooms and the spinach. It's a great dish for a special occasion or a weeknight din


iMUSA
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This was a great recipe! The manicotti were delicious and the filling was perfect. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Myra Bautista
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the manicotti always turn out perfect. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family.


Shaimaa Abdo
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This recipe is a keeper! The manicotti were so delicious and the filling was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Joey Mccrary
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This was my first time making manicotti and it was a success! The recipe was easy to follow and the manicotti turned out delicious. I loved the cheesy filling and the marinara sauce. I will definitely be making this again.


Jose Gallegos
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit! The manicotti shells are always cooked perfectly and the filling is so flavorful. I love the combination of the cheeses and the spinach. It's a great dish for a special occasion or a weeknigh


Shajer bati tv
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This was a fantastic recipe! The manicotti shells were cooked perfectly and the filling was delicious. I especially loved the addition of the spinach and ricotta cheese, which gave the dish a creamy and flavorful texture. I followed the recipe exactl