Beef-Stuffed Manicotti

Name: Beef-Stuffed Manicotti
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Italian, American
Ingredients: 1 tbsp Cooking Oil; 1.5 cups Cottage Cheese; 0.5 tsp Dried Oregano; 2 whole Egg Whites; 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese; 1 lb Lean Ground Beef; 8 oz Manicotti Pasta; 1 tsp Salt-Free Seasoning; 2 cups Shredded Cheese; 32 oz Tomato Pasta Sauce

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Beef-Stuffed Manicotti features tender pasta tubes packed with savory ground beef and creamy cheeses, then baked under a lush layer of tomato sauce and melted mozzarella. The balance of cottage cheese, Parmesan, and oregano creates a rich, comforting filling with a cheesy, bubbly finish. Serve it for a cozy family dinner or a make-ahead weekend meal that reheats beautifully.

Prep20 mins
Cook50 mins
Serves6
DifficultyMedium

1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
2

Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until slightly firm.
3

Drain and cool. Reserve.
4

Meanwhile, brown beef in a large skillet over medium heat.
5

Drain and cool.
6

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
7

Combine beef, cottage cheese, 1 cup mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg whites, and oregano.
8

Mix well and stuff the shells with the mixture.
9

Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
10

Pour enough spaghetti sauce into the dish to cover the bottom.
11

Place the stuffed noodles in the dish.
12

Cover with spaghetti sauce and top with the remaining 1 cup mozzarella cheese.
13

Bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes.