Freezer Manicotti

February 06, 2013

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This Manicotti recipe makes 2- 8x8 pans "so one for tonight and one to freeze." If you would prefer 8 servings, make as directed, but use 1- 9x13 inch pan instead.

1 (8 ounce) package manicotti
1 (15 ounce) carton part-skim ricotta cheese
1 (16 ounce) carton small curd low fat cottage cheese
1 cup mozzarella cheese , grated
1?3 cup parmesan cheese , grated
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon fresh parsley , chopped
2 eggs
2 ½ cups spaghetti sauce

1. Boil manicotti according to package directions. Meanwhile, mix cheeses, salt, pepper, parsley, and eggs. 2. Drain manicotti running cold water over it. 3. Stuff each manicotti with cheese mixture. 4. Place them in two- 8x8 pans (or 1- 9x13 pan). Coat pans with nonstick spray, and pour sauce around the manicotti. 5. Cover dish with foil and freeze. 6. When frozen you can pop it out of the container and put in a freezer bag if desired. 7. To prepare for serving, thaw and preheat oven to 350F. 8. Cover and bake for 45 minutes. 9. Uncover and bake for 15 minutes more.

Nutritions

Calories
323

Sodium
938mg
39% DV

Fat
14g
21% DV

Protein
26g
53% DV

Carbs
20g
7% DV

Fiber
3g
12% DV