Spinach Cheese Manicotti Meatless Recipe

This delicious, meatless Spinach Cheese Manicotti recipe is a comforting classic, adapted from Taste of Home magazine! We've added a touch of warm cinnamon and nutmeg for an unexpected depth of flavor. The creamy cheese filling, bursting with spinach, is perfectly baked in tender manicotti shells. Get ready for a satisfying and flavorful vegetarian meal the whole family will love! Prep time includes cooking the manicotti shells. Be sure to squeeze out excess water from your thawed spinach for the best results.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 85 mins
Calories 527.1 kcal
Protein 52g
Rating 3.3 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Spinach Cheese Manicotti Meatless

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How to Make Spinach Cheese Manicotti Meatless

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook manicotti shells according to package directions; drain and set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, thoroughly combine 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, squeezed dry, with 15 ounces ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 1 large egg, 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg, salt, and pepper to taste.
  4. Gently fill each manicotti shell with the spinach and cheese mixture.
  5. In a large baking dish (9x13 inch), spread 1 cup marinara sauce.
  6. Arrange filled manicotti shells in the baking dish, slightly overlapping if necessary.
  7. Pour remaining marinara sauce (about 2 cups) over the manicotti.
  8. Sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
  9. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.
  10. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

38 g

Sugar

48g

Fat

96g

Carbs

8g