Best 8 Spinach Manicotti With Italian Sausage Recipes

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Indulge in the culinary delight of Spinach Manicotti with Italian Sausage, a delectable dish that combines the richness of Italian flavors with the goodness of spinach and savory sausage. This classic Italian dish is a symphony of textures and tastes, featuring tender manicotti shells stuffed with a creamy spinach and ricotta filling, enveloped in a flavorful tomato sauce and topped with melted mozzarella cheese. The aromatic combination of Italian sausage, garlic, and herbs adds an extra layer of depth and complexity. Each bite is a journey through Italian cuisine, showcasing the perfect balance of flavors and textures. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary adventure, this comprehensive guide provides detailed instructions and helpful tips to ensure your Spinach Manicotti with Italian Sausage turns out perfectly. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's embark on this delicious journey together.

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ITALIAN SAUSAGE MANICOTTI



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Italian Sausage Manicotti- an easy recipe for manicotti stuffed with Italian sausage and cheese and covered with tomato sauce. This Italian favorite makes a great family meal.

Provided by Christin Mahrlig

Categories     Dinner     Main Dish

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound Italian sausage
1/2 medium yellow or sweet onion, (diced)
3 garlic cloves, (minced)
1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepepr flakes
8 ounces chive and onion cream cheese
1 cup ricotta cheese
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, (divided)
10 manicotti tubes, (cooked according to package directions)
1 (24-ounce) jar pasta sauce
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Cook and crumble Italian sausage in a large nonstick pan. Once you have it broken apart, add the onion. Cook until the sausage is no longer pink.
  • Add garlic, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper flakes and cook 1 minute.
  • Turn heat to low and add cream cheese. Stir until melted. Remove from heat.
  • Let cool slightly and then stir in 3/4 cup of mozzarella cheese, ricotta cheese, and pepper.
  • Stuff the mixture into the manicotti shells. You can either use a spoon or fork to push it in or you can transfer the mixture ot a large ziptop bag and snip the corner and pipe it in.
  • Pour about 1/2 cup of sauce in the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly. Place the filled manicotti tubes on top of the sauce.Pour remaining sauce on top of manicotti.
  • Cover and bake for 25 minutes.
  • Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese. Bake uncovered for 10 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 722 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving

MANICOTTI WITH ITALIAN SAUSAGE



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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h10m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 ounces bulk hot Italian sausage
4 ounces bulk sweet Italian sausage
1 cup chopped yellow onion
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons tomato paste
Two 28-ounce cans crushed tomatoes
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
3 fresh bay leaves
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
2/3 cup chopped fresh basil
2 cups ricotta
3 cups shredded low-moisture mozzarella
2 1/2 cups grated Parmesan
One 8-ounce package manicotti

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large saucepot over medium heat. Cook the sausage, breaking it up into small pieces, until browned and caramelized, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove the sausage to a paper towel-lined plate and reserve for the filling.
  • Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil to the pot and cook the onion until softened and translucent. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute (the tomato paste will turn a deep maroon color). Add the crushed tomatoes, sugar, bay leaves, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and a pinch of black pepper. Bring to a simmer, reduce the heat to low and cook for 30 minutes. Melt the butter into the sauce, remove the bay leaves and stir in 1/3 cup of basil. Remove the sauce from the heat and allow to cool to room temperature, 40 minutes.
  • For the filling: mix together the ricotta, reserved sausage, the remaining 1/3 cup basil, 1 1/2 cups mozzarella, 1 1/2 cups Parmesan, 1 teaspoon salt and pepper to taste. Fold in 1 cup of the cooled tomato sauce. Place the filling in a large piping bag and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the manicotti shells until they have softened slightly but still hold their tubular shape, 5 minutes.
  • Pour half of the tomato sauce into a broiler-proof 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Fill each shell with the ricotta mixture. Place the filled shells in the baking dish. Pipe any extra filling along the ends of the shells in the dish. Top with the remaining tomato sauce and sprinkle the remaining 1 1/2 cups mozzarella and 1 cup Parmesan over the top. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake until the sauce begins to bubble, 40 minutes. Remove the dish from the oven, remove the foil and increase the oven to 425 degrees F. Put the manicotti back into the oven to bake until the cheese is browned and bubbling, about 10 minutes. Let cool slightly before serving.

MANICOTTI



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 pound fresh spinach, tough stems removed, or a 10-ounce package frozen spinach, thawed
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
12 manicotti shells
3 cups Marinara Sauce, recipe follows
2 large eggs
1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese (about 1 pound)
1 cup shredded mozzarella (about 4 ounces)
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese or a mixture of half Pecorino and Parmesan
Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg
2 teaspoons unsalted butter, diced
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 medium onion, diced (about 3 tablespoons)
3 cloves garlic, chopped
One 28-ounce can whole peeled tomatoes with their juices (3 1/2 cups), roughly chopped
1 sprig fresh thyme
1 sprig fresh basil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • If using fresh spinach, bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat, and season generously with salt. Fill a medium bowl with ice water and season with salt. Boil the spinach until tender, about 3 to 4 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon, (keep the water in the pot boiling), and immediately plunge the spinach into the ice water. Drain and squeeze the excess water from the spinach, and finely chop. Alternatively, if using thawed spinach, simply squeeze, and finely chop. Set aside.
  • In the same large pot of boiling water, cook the manicotti shells according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and pat dry.
  • Spread 1 cup of the marinara sauce in the bottom of a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Lightly beat the eggs in a medium bowl. Add the spinach, ricotta, mozzarella, and 1/3 cup of the grated cheese and mix until evenly combined. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt, the nutmeg and pepper. Spoon the cheese mixture into the manicotti shells and line them up in the baking dish. Cover with the remaining 2 cups sauce. Scatter the remaining 2/3 cup grated cheese on top and dot with the butter.
  • Bake for 30 minutes. Serve immediately.
  • Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook, stirring, until lightly browned, about 3 minutes. Add the tomatoes and the herb sprigs and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover and cook for 10 minutes.
  • Remove and discard the herb sprigs. Stir in 2 teaspoons salt and season with pepper to taste. Use right away, or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.
  • Yield: 3 1/2 cups
  • Copyright 2001 Television Food Network, G.P. All rights reserved.

SPINACH CHEESE MANICOTTI



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My husband says this dish is restaurant quality. It can be made ahead and kept in the refrigerator overnight. Very filling and great served with a salad and garlic bread.

Provided by Ernie

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
½ cup minced onion
1 egg
2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
½ teaspoon pepper
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
2 (26 ounce) jars spaghetti sauce
1 ½ cups water
1 (8 ounce) package manicotti shells

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, combine ricotta, spinach, onion and egg. Season with parsley, pepper and garlic powder. Mix in 1 cup mozzarella and 1/4 cup Parmesan. In a separate bowl, stir together spaghetti sauce and water.
  • Spread 1 cup sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Stuff uncooked manicotti shells with ricotta mixture, and arrange in a single layer in the dish. Cover with remaining sauce. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 45 to 55 minutes, or until noodles are soft.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 576.1 calories, Carbohydrate 69 g, Cholesterol 81.8 mg, Fat 20.5 g, Fiber 9.2 g, Protein 29.8 g, SaturatedFat 9.7 g, Sodium 1409.9 mg, Sugar 24.4 g

SAUSAGE SPINACH MANICOTTI



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"My newly married daughter didn't want to ask her mother-in-law for the recipe to her husband's favorite meal," writes Donna Moyer of Grants Pass, Oregon. "Instead, she asked me to help her figure out a recipe. Together, we cam up with this delicious stick-to-the-ribs casserole. It's so easy, today my 4-year-old granddaughter stuffs the pasta shells herself!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h25m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
1-1/2 cups 4% cottage cheese
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1 garlic clove, minced
10 uncooked manicotti shells
1 pound bulk Italian sausage
1 jar (26 ounces) spaghetti sauce
3/4 cup water

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine 1 cup mozzarella cheese, cottage cheese, spinach, Parmesan cheese, egg, oregano and garlic; stuff into uncooked manicotti shells. Place in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish., Crumble sausage into a large skillet; cook over medium heat until no longer pink. Drain. Stir in spaghetti sauce; pour over manicotti. Pour water along sides of pan. , Cover and bake at 350° for 1 hour. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining mozzarella. Bake 5-8 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 648 calories, Fat 34g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 138mg cholesterol, Sodium 1763mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 40g protein.

STUFFED MANICOTTI WITH SAUSAGE AND SPINACH



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A hearty and delicious Italian classic!

Provided by Tricia

Categories     Main Course

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 pound sweet Italian sausage (casings removed)
2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
8 ounces mushrooms (cleaned and thick sliced)
¼ teaspoon salt
1 small shallot (minced)
4 cloves garlic (minced)
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes ((optional))
½ cup dry white wine
5 ounces fresh baby spinach leaves
3 cups marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)
8 ounces manicotti pasta shells ((12 to 14 shells))
2 cups part-skim ricotta cheese
2 large eggs (lightly beaten)
2 tablespoons fresh parsley leaves (chopped)
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
⅓ cup fresh shredded Parmesan cheese (divided)
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Lightly grease a 13x9-inch baking pan with nonstick spray. Set aside.
  • Put a large pot of water on the stove top and heat on medium-low while preparing the sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 613 kcal, Carbohydrate 28 g, Protein 35 g, Fat 39 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 151 mg, Sodium 1845 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 7 g, UnsaturatedFat 20 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SPINACH MANICOTTI



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Surprise! Less than 10 ingredients and just 15 minutes prep is all you need to whip up this Italian pasta dish. Follow the do-ahead tip and you'll have a doable weeknight dinner.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 50m

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 box (8 oz) uncooked manicotti shells (14 shells)
2 cups shredded Italian cheese blend (8 oz)
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 container (15 oz) ricotta cheese
1 box (10 oz) Cascadian Farm® frozen organic cut spinach, thawed, drained, squeezed dry
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 egg, slightly beaten
1 jar (25.5 oz) Muir Glen™ pasta sauce (any flavor)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Cook manicotti as directed on box. Rinse with cool water; drain well.
  • In medium bowl, stir together 1 1/2 cups of the Italian cheese blend, the red pepper, ricotta cheese, spinach, garlic and egg.
  • In bottom of ungreased 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish, spread 1 cup of the pasta sauce. Spoon ricotta mixture into manicotti; place over sauce in dish. Pour remaining sauce over manicotti.
  • Cover tightly with foil; bake about 30 minutes or until sauce is bubbling. Uncover dish; sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup Italian cheese blend. Bake uncovered 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (2 Manicotti), Sodium 770 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g

MEATY SPINACH MANICOTTI



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This hearty stuffed pasta dish will feed a crowd. Tangy tomato sauce tops manicotti that's filled with a mouthwatering blend of Italian sausage, chicken, spinach and mozzarella cheese. Be prepared to share the recipe!-Pat Schroeder, Elkhorn, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 14-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 packages (8 ounces each) manicotti shells
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2-1/2 cups 2% milk
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 pound bulk Italian sausage
4 cups cubed cooked chicken or turkey
2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
2 jars (24 ounces each) spaghetti sauce
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cook manicotti according to package directions. Meanwhile, melt butter in a saucepan. Stir in the flour until smooth; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted; set aside. Drain manicotti; set aside. , In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add the chicken, spinach, eggs, mozzarella cheese and 3/4 cup white sauce. Stuff into manicotti shells. , Spread 1/2 cup spaghetti sauce in each of two ungreased 13x9-in. baking dishes. Top with manicotti. Pour remaining spaghetti sauce over the top. , Reheat the remaining white sauce, stirring constantly. Pour over spaghetti sauce. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until a thermometer inserted in the filling reads 160°. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306 calories, Fat 15g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 90mg cholesterol, Sodium 566mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

Tips:

  • For a vegetarian filling, omit the Italian sausage and replace it with a mixture of cooked vegetables, such as spinach, mushrooms, and zucchini.
  • To make the manicotti ahead of time, cook them according to the recipe and then let them cool completely. Place them in a single layer in a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 2 months. When you're ready to serve, thaw the manicotti overnight in the refrigerator or at room temperature for 1 hour. Then, bake them according to the recipe.
  • Serve the manicotti with a side of marinara sauce, Alfredo sauce, or pesto.

Conclusion:

Spinach manicotti with Italian sausage is a delicious and satisfying dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The combination of spinach, Italian sausage, and cheese is sure to please everyone at the table. With a little planning, you can make this dish ahead of time, making it a great option for busy weeknights. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting pasta dish, give spinach manicotti with Italian sausage a try. You won't be disappointed!

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