Turkey Manicotti
Description
This hearty Turkey Manicotti recipe combines lean ground turkey with a creamy mixture of cottage cheese, yogurt, and fresh spinach for a lighter twist on a classic Italian favorite. The savory meat filling is seasoned with garlic and Italian herbs, then stuffed into tender pasta shells and simmered in a robust spaghetti sauce. Topped with melted mozzarella and parmesan, these manicotti offer a satisfying balance of textures and flavors that please the whole family. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, this dish is comforting, protein-rich, and easy to assemble.Directions
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground turkey, chopped onion, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until turkey is browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Break up meat with a spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
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In a large bowl, combine the cooked turkey mixture, cottage cheese, squeezed spinach, yogurt, egg substitute, parsley, and half of the grated parmesan cheese. Mix well to create the filling.
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Boil manicotti shells in salted water according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse briefly with cool water to stop cooking.
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Spoon 1 cup of spaghetti sauce into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
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Fill each manicotti shell with the turkey-cheese mixture using a spoon or piping bag. Arrange stuffed shells seam-side down in the baking dish over the sauce.
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Pour the remaining 3 cups of spaghetti sauce over the stuffed shells. Sprinkle with the remaining parmesan cheese and the grated mozzarella cheese.
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Cover dish tightly with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and golden.
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Let stand for 5 minutes before serving to allow shells to set.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1 cups
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 864kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 28g44%
- Saturated Fat 14g70%
- Cholesterol 204mg68%
- Sodium 3622mg151%
- Total Carbohydrate 76g26%
- Dietary Fiber 6g24%
- Sugars 9g
- Protein 75g150%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
