How to Make Make-Ahead Spinach Manicotti - A Step-by-Step Guide

Make-Ahead Spinach Manicotti is a delicious and satisfying Italian dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. This classic recipe features tender manicotti pasta shells stuffed with a creamy and cheesy spinach filling, then topped with a rich marinara sauce and baked to perfection. The best part? You can prepare this dish ahead of time, making it a convenient and stress-free option for busy days.

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Ingredients

  • 1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
  • 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
  • 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
  • ¾ cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
  • 1 egg
  • 2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 (28 ounce) jars spaghetti sauce
  • 1 ½ cups water
  • 1 (8 ounce) package manicotti shells

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • In a large bowl, combine ricotta, spinach, 1 cup mozzarella, 1/4 cup Parmesan, egg, parsley, onion powder, pepper and garlic powder. Combine spaghetti sauce and water; spread 1 cup sauce in an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking dish.
  • Stuff uncooked manicotti with spinach mixture; arrange over sauce. Pour remaining sauce over manicotti. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F for 40-50 minutes or until heated through.