Classic baked manicotti

6 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
8ouncesManicotti, uncooked
15ouncesPart-skim ricotta cheese whipped until smooth
½cupGrated Parmesan cheese
1Egg, beaten
¼cupSliced scallions
2teaspoonsParsley flakes
½teaspoonSalt
¼teaspoonPepper
126-oz. jar spaghetti sauce
Grated Parmesan cheese for topping

Directions

Prepare pasta according to package directions; drain. In medium bowl, blend ricotta, Parmesan, egg and scallions. Stir in parsley, salt and pepper. Stuff pasta with cheese mixture. Arrange in a 13 x 9-inch baking dish. Pour spaghetti sauce evenly over pasta. Sprinkle with additional Parmesan cheese. Cover. Bake in a 350 degrees F oven until hot, about 35 minutes.

Each serving provides: 394 Calories; 18⅗ g Protein; 46½ g Carbohydrates; 15.3 g Fat; 59⅗ mg Cholesterol; 1042 mg Sodium.

Calories from Fat: 35%

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