Manicotti

[LadyHawk108]

Baked Manicotti


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</TD><TD width=1></TD><TD vAlign=top>tablespoons olive oil</TD></TR><TR><TD vAlign=top noWrap align=right>1/2



</TD><TD width=1></TD><TD vAlign=top>cup finely chopped onions</TD></TR><TR><TD vAlign=top noWrap align=right>10 </TD><TD width=1></TD><TD vAlign=top>cloves garlic - finely chopped </TD></TR><TR><TD vAlign=top noWrap align=right>1 </TD><TD width=1></TD><TD vAlign=top>lb ground beef</TD></TR><TR><TD vAlign=top noWrap align=right>1 </TD><TD width=1></TD><TD vAlign=top>lb ground italian sausage</TD></TR><TR><TD vAlign=top noWrap align=right>10 </TD><TD width=1></TD><TD vAlign=top>ounce package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained (optional) </TD></TR><TR><TD vAlign=top noWrap align=right>12 </TD><TD width=1></TD><TD vAlign=top>ounce package manicotti</TD></TR><TR><TD vAlign=top noWrap align=right>1 1/2 </TD><TD width=1></TD><TD vAlign=top>lbs fresh ricotta cheese </TD></TR><TR><TD vAlign=top noWrap align=right>2 </TD><TD width=1></TD><TD vAlign=top>eggs, beaten </TD></TR><TR><TD vAlign=top noWrap align=right>26 </TD><TD width=1></TD><TD vAlign=top>ounce jar spaghetti sauce, divided (homemade is even better!) </TD></TR><TR><TD vAlign=top noWrap align=right>2 </TD><TD width=1></TD><TD vAlign=top>tablespoons butter</TD></TR><TR><TD vAlign=top noWrap align=right>2 </TD><TD width=1></TD><TD vAlign=top>tablespoons flour</TD></TR><TR><TD vAlign=top noWrap align=right>1 </TD><TD width=1></TD><TD vAlign=top>tablespoon chicken buillion granules </TD></TR><TR><TD vAlign=top noWrap align=right>2 </TD><TD width=1></TD><TD vAlign=top>cups half & half</TD></TR><TR><TD vAlign=top noWrap align=right>1/4 </TD><TD width=1></TD><TD vAlign=top>cup chopped fresh parsley</TD></TR><TR><TD vAlign=top noWrap align=right>1 </TD><TD width=1></TD><TD vAlign=top>tablespoon chopped fresh basil</TD></TR><TR><TD vAlign=top noWrap align=right>1/2 </TD><TD width=1></TD><TD vAlign=top>cup grated parmesan cheese



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</TD><TD class=recipetext style="PADDING-BOTTOM: 5px" vAlign=top>Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.</TD></TR><TR><TD style="WIDTH: 30px" vAlign=top align=right></TD><TD class=recipetext style="PADDING-BOTTOM: 5px" vAlign=top>Saute onions, garlic, ground sausage, and beef until meat is well browned and crumbled.</TD></TR><TR><TD style="WIDTH: 30px" vAlign=top align=right></TD><TD class=recipetext style="PADDING-BOTTOM: 5px" vAlign=top>Prepare Manicotti shells as per package directions except cut the cook time in HALF.</TD></TR><TR><TD style="WIDTH: 30px" vAlign=top align=right></TD><TD class=recipetext style="PADDING-BOTTOM: 5px" vAlign=top>Drain and cover with cool water to stop the cooking process and prevent the shells from cracking.</TD></TR><TR><TD style="WIDTH: 30px" vAlign=top align=right></TD><TD class=recipetext style="PADDING-BOTTOM: 5px" vAlign=top>To the ground pork/beef mixture add the spinach and ricotta cheese.</TD></TR><TR><TD style="WIDTH: 30px" vAlign=top align=right></TD><TD class=recipetext style="PADDING-BOTTOM: 5px" vAlign=top>When the mixture is cool, add the beaten eggs.</TD></TR><TR><TD style="WIDTH: 30px" vAlign=top align=right></TD><TD class=recipetext style="PADDING-BOTTOM: 5px" vAlign=top>Spread 1/4 cup spaghetti sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.</TD></TR><TR><TD style="WIDTH: 30px" vAlign=top align=right></TD><TD class=recipetext style="PADDING-BOTTOM: 5px" vAlign=top>Gently drain the manicotti shells and carefully stuff each one with the meat and cheese mixture; place shells in prepared dish.</TD></TR><TR><TD style="WIDTH: 30px" vAlign=top align=right></TD><TD class=recipetext style="PADDING-BOTTOM: 5px" vAlign=top>Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).</TD></TR><TR><TD style="WIDTH: 30px" vAlign=top align=right></TD><TD class=recipetext style="PADDING-BOTTOM: 5px" vAlign=top>Prepare the white sauce by melting the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.</TD></TR><TR><TD style="WIDTH: 30px" vAlign=top align=right></TD><TD class=recipetext style="PADDING-BOTTOM: 5px" vAlign=top>Stir in flour and chicken bouillon.</TD></TR><TR><TD style="WIDTH: 30px" vAlign=top align=right></TD><TD class=recipetext style="PADDING-BOTTOM: 5px" vAlign=top>Increase heat to medium-high and cook, stirring constantly, until it begins to bubble.</TD></TR><TR><TD style="WIDTH: 30px" vAlign=top align=right></TD><TD class=recipetext style="PADDING-BOTTOM: 5px" vAlign=top>Stir in half and half and bring to a boil, stirring frequently.</TD></TR><TR><TD style="WIDTH: 30px" vAlign=top align=right></TD><TD class=recipetext style="PADDING-BOTTOM: 5px" vAlign=top>Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.</TD></TR><TR><TD style="WIDTH: 30px" vAlign=top align=right></TD><TD class=recipetext style="PADDING-BOTTOM: 5px" vAlign=top>Remove from heat and stir in parsley.</TD></TR><TR><TD style="WIDTH: 30px" vAlign=top align=right></TD><TD class=recipetext style="PADDING-BOTTOM: 5px" vAlign=top>Pour or ladle the sauce evenly over the stuffed shells.</TD></TR><TR><TD style="WIDTH: 30px" vAlign=top align=right></TD><TD class=recipetext style="PADDING-BOTTOM: 5px" vAlign=top>Stir the basil into the remaining spaghetti sauce.</TD></TR><TR><TD style="WIDTH: 30px" vAlign=top align=right></TD><TD class=recipetext style="PADDING-BOTTOM: 5px" vAlign=top>Carefully pour or ladle spaghetti sauce over the white sauce, trying to layer the sauces without mixing.</TD></TR><TR><TD style="WIDTH: 30px" vAlign=top align=right></TD><TD class=recipetext style="PADDING-BOTTOM: 5px" vAlign=top>Cover and bake for 40 minutes.</TD></TR><TR><TD style="WIDTH: 30px" vAlign=top align=right></TD><TD class=recipetext style="PADDING-BOTTOM: 5px" vAlign=top>Remove from oven, uncover and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.</TD></TR><TR><TD style="WIDTH: 30px" vAlign=top align=right></TD><TD class=recipetext style="PADDING-BOTTOM: 5px" vAlign=top>Bake, uncovered, for 10 minutes more.</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

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[Warlady]

I sure am glad you're back.

[Suzie]

One of my hubby's favorites. This might be a good homecoming meal! :)

[LadyHawk108]

Thanks, Brenda!

[Warlady]

Suz, I think you're going to be Bo's first homecoming meal. :grin: