How to Make Meat Filled Manicotti - A Step-by-Step Guide

Manicotti is a classic Italian dish that is loved by many. The large pasta tubes are typically stuffed with a savory filling and then baked in a rich marinara or bechamel sauce. One popular variation of manicotti is the meat filled version, which incorporates a delicious mixture of ground meat, cheese, and seasonings.

Meat filled manicotti is a hearty and comforting dish that is perfect for a family dinner or special occasion. It's a great way to satisfy any pasta cravings and is sure...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (8 ounce) package manicotti pasta
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 ½ cups cottage cheese
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 egg whites
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 (32 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Drain and cool. Reserve.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet brown beef on medium heat. Drain and cool.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Combine beef, cottage cheese, 1 cup mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg whites and oregano. Mix well. Stuff shells with mixture.
  • Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. Pour enough spaghetti sauce in dish to cover the bottom. Place stuffed noodles in the dish. Cover with spaghetti sauce and top with the remaining 1 cup mozzarella cheese. Bake in preheated oven for 50 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    668 cal.

    • Total Fat: 33g
    • Saturated Fat: 15g
    • Cholesterol: 104mg
    • Sodium: 1249mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 51g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 15g
    • Protein: 40g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 346mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 843mg