Manicotti with vegetables and cheese^

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
3largesShallots, chopped
2clovesGarlic, minced
1mediumCarrot, grated
1cupGrated zucchini
OR
1pack(10oz) chopped spinach
3tablespoonsChicken stock
1can(28oz) tomatoes, no salt
Added, coarsley chopped,
With juice
¼cupTomato paste, no salt added
½teaspoonDried oregano
1tablespoonDried basil
2tablespoonsApple juice concentrate
12ouncesLowfat cottage cheese
3Egg whites
3tablespoonsChopped parsley
3tablespoonsParmesan cheese
12Manicotti tubes, cooked al
Dente

Directions

Soften shallots, garlic, carrot and zucchini in stock. Add tomatoes and juice, paste, oregano, basil and apple juice. Simmer 12-15 minutes; set aside to cool slightly. Mix vegetable mixture with cottage cheese, egg whites, parsley and 2 tablespoons Parmesan. Stuff manicotti. Line baking dish with ¼ cup reserved sauce. Put manicotti in and cover with remaining sauce. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese. Bake at 350F. 35 minutes or until bubbly.

Per serving: Calories: 404 Protein: 25g Carbohydrates: 68g Fat: 2g Sodium: 391mg Cholesterol: 7mg

Adapted from Cooking for Good Health by Gloria Rose ISBN: 0-89529-577-6 Entered by Carolyn Shaw 3-95.

Submitted By CAROLYN SHAW On 03-30-95