Spinach Manicotti Recipe

Spinach Manicotti Recipe

  • 1 (15 ounce) container nonfat ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
  • 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
  • 1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
  • 1/4 cup dry bread crumbs
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 cups tomato juice
  • 1 cup chunky salsa
  • 1 (15 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 14 uncooked manicotti shells
  1. In a large bowl, combine the ricotta, 1-1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, spinach, sour cream, bread crumbs, Italian seasoning, garlic powder and onion powder. Combine the tomato juice, salsa and crushed tomatoes; spread 1 cup sauce in a 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.
  2. Cover and bake at 350 degrees F for 55 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese. Bake 15 minutes longer or until noodles are tender.
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