SAUSAGE CHEESE MANICOTTI

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This marvelous manicotti, created by our Test Kitchen staff, is cheesy, saucy and savory.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

10 uncooked manicotti shells
8 ounces turkey Italian sausage links, casings removed
1 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper
1/4 cup chopped onion
2 large egg whites
3 cups fat-free cottage cheese
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon fennel seed
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
2 cups meatless spaghetti sauce
1/2 cup water

Steps:

  • Cook manicotti according to package directions. Meanwhile, crumble sausage into a nonstick skillet; add the red pepper and onion. Cook over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender; drain. Drain manicotti; set aside., In a bowl, combine the sausage mixture, egg whites, cottage cheese, mozzarella cheese, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, parsley, basil, fennel and pepper. Stuff into manicotti shells. Combine spaghetti sauce and water; spread 1/2 cup in an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Arrange shells over sauce; top with remaining sauce., Cover and bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese. Bake 10-15 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 462 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 1418mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 39g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

William Smith
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The sausage cheese manicotti was delicious! The filling was flavorful and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


louis caprio
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This recipe is a winner! The sausage cheese manicotti was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


John Sewell
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I'm not a good cook, but this recipe was easy to follow and the manicotti turned out great. My family loved it!


iram abbas
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The sausage cheese manicotti was delicious! I made it for my family and they loved it. I will definitely be making this again.


Hasiv Khan
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This recipe was a disappointment. The manicotti was dry and the filling was bland. I won't be making this again.


Lawrence Thomas
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The sausage cheese manicotti was a bit bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more spices next time.


Freefire Shakib
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This recipe was easy to follow and the manicotti turned out great. I will definitely be making this again.


sita pandey
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I'm not a fan of sausage, but I loved this recipe. The cheese filling was so flavorful and the pasta was cooked perfectly.


Amadi Johnson
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This recipe is a keeper! The sausage cheese manicotti was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Sohan Sohan
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I followed the recipe exactly and the manicotti turned out perfect! My family loved it.


Rebecca Kwofie
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The sausage cheese manicotti was delicious! The filling was flavorful and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Javaidrajpoot Rajpoot
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This recipe was a bit too cheesy for my taste, but my kids loved it. I think I'll try using a different type of cheese next time.


Shannon Vetrano
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The sausage and cheese filling is rich and flavorful, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe.


Maryam Mwalimu
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This is my new go-to recipe for manicotti. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious. My family loves it!


Samantha Rogers
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I'm not a big fan of manicotti, but this recipe changed my mind. The sausage and cheese filling was delicious, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


Shaviiza Tube
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This sausage cheese manicotti was a hit with my family! The filling was flavorful and cheesy, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.