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Mini Manicotti




Source of Recipe


lhj.com






Recipe Introduction


We have resized this manicotti recipe, a familiar favorite, making it suitable for an appetizer or snack.







List of Ingredients



• 10 packaged manicotti shells
  
• 1/2 pound ground turkey sausage
  
• 1 clove garlic, minced
  
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (4 ounces)
  
• 1/2 of a 10-ounce package frozen, chopped spinach, thawed and well drained
  
• 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
  
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  
• 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning, crushed
  
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  
• 1 beaten egg
  
• 1-1/3 cups spaghetti sauce
  
• 2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese (optional)
  






Instructions



1. Cook manicotti shells according to package directions. Drain; rinse with cold water. Drain well. Cook sausage and garlic in a large saucepan until cooked through, breaking up sausage with a spoon. Remove from heat. Add mozzarella cheese, spinach, ricotta cheese, the 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, lemon juice, and egg; mix well. Carefully spoon mixture into cooked shells.
   
2. Cut each manicotti diagonally crosswise into three pieces. Place in a 3-quart rectangular baking dish. Spoon spaghetti sauce over. Bake, covered, in a 350 degree F oven for 30 to 35 minutes or until heated through. If desired, sprinkle with 2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese.
   






Final Comments


Makes 15 servings