THE BEST ITALIAN MANICOTTI

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Make and share this The Best Italian Manicotti recipe from Food.com.

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Categories     Manicotti

Time 1h25m

Yield 6-8 dishes, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 lb lean ground beef
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 onions, chopped
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 (8 ounce) package fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 teaspoon fennel seed
1 tablespoon basil
2 teaspoons italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt
1 teaspoon pepper
2 (10 ounce) boxes frozen spinach, thated, well drained
3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided
1 (16 ounce) carton small curd cottage cheese, drained
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon pepper
14 manicotti, cooked al dente

Steps:

  • Ina large skillet, brown ground beef, then add garlic and onion, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 10 minutes and drain.
  • Add tomatoes, and the tomato liquid, mushrooms, fennel seed, basil, Italian seasoning, seasoned salt, and pepper and stir to mix well.
  • Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • In a seperate bowl, stir together well drained spinach, half the parmesan, cottage cheese, nutmeg, and pepper.
  • In a sprayed 9x13 inch baking dish, spoon 1/3 of the beef sauce evenly over bottom of dish.
  • Fill manicotti shells with spinach mixture and place on beef layer in baking dish.
  • Repeat until all spinach mixture has been used in manicotti shells.
  • Pour remaining beef sauce evenly over manicotti shells to cover.
  • Sprinkle remaining parmesan cheese over top.
  • Cover and bake at 325 degrees for 1 hour and 30 minutes or until shells are tender.

Laghari King
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This recipe was a bit of a challenge, but it was worth the effort. The manicotti were delicious and the sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Mashek ullah Hero (Mashek)
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. The manicotti turned out amazing! The filling was creamy and flavorful, and the sauce was the perfect combination of tangy and sweet. I will definitely be making this again


Shanu Khan
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This is the best manicotti recipe I've ever tried. The filling is so rich and flavorful, and the sauce is the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again and again.


carolyne nyangasi
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The manicotti turned out amazing! The filling was creamy and flavorful, and the sauce was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.


Derrick Grey
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The manicotti were cooked perfectly and the filling was so creamy and flavorful. The sauce was also delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Mado Jassar
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This recipe was a bit of a challenge, but it was worth the effort. The manicotti were delicious and the sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Noman Dada
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. The manicotti turned out amazing! The filling was creamy and flavorful, and the sauce was the perfect combination of tangy and sweet. I will definitely be making this again


Tisha Moni
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This is the best manicotti recipe I've ever tried. The filling is so rich and flavorful, and the sauce is the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again and again.


K V
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The manicotti turned out amazing! The filling was creamy and flavorful, and the sauce was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.


Ruma Das
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The manicotti were cooked perfectly and the filling was so creamy and flavorful. The sauce was also delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Slader Devoe
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This recipe was a bit of a challenge, but it was worth the effort. The manicotti were delicious and the sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Gul Je
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. The manicotti turned out amazing! The filling was creamy and flavorful, and the sauce was the perfect combination of tangy and sweet. I will definitely be making this again


Man Huze
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This is the best manicotti recipe I've ever tried. The filling is so rich and flavorful, and the sauce is the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Carolitta
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I love this recipe! The manicotti are always cooked perfectly and the filling is so creamy and flavorful. I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


juliusafrica timlin
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The manicotti were so delicious and cheesy. I will definitely be making this again for special occasions.


munaf molla
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I made this for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone raved about the flavor and presentation. I will definitely be making this again.


Bap Tist
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This was my first time making manicotti and it was easier than I thought. The instructions were clear and concise, and the dish turned out beautifully. Thank you for sharing this recipe!


Jonathan Chiwayu
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. The cheese filling is so creamy and flavorful, and the sauce is the perfect complement. My family loves it!


Nomi123 Nomi123
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This manicotti recipe is a keeper! The flavors were incredible and the manicotti shells were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


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