Authentic Italian Stuffed Manicotti Recipe

Name: Authentic Italian Stuffed Manicotti Recipe
Total time: 1 hr 5 mins
Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) package manicotti shells; 1 (20 ounce) package Italian turkey sausages, casings removed; 1 (24 ounce) jar roasted garlic spaghetti sauce (such as Barilla®), divided; 0.5 teaspoon granulated garlic; 0.5 teaspoon Italian seasoning; 0.66666668653488 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; cooking spray; 3 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2 cups whipping cream; 0.5 cup shredded fontina cheese; 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; 0.25 cup shaved Parmesan cheese

Inspired by a local restaurant, this easy stuffed manicotti recipe is perfect for busy weeknights. These stuffed pasta tubes freeze beautifully, making dinner preparation a breeze. While homemade pasta and sauce are fantastic, using store-bought manicotti tubes and jarred spaghetti sauce saves time without sacrificing taste.

Total time1 hr 5 mins
Prep time15 mins
Cook time50 mins
Yield1 (9x13-inch) casserole, 10

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Instructions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Cook manicotti pasta tubes until al dente, approximately 7 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water to prevent sticking.
In a large skillet, brown the turkey sausage over medium-high heat, breaking it into crumbles, about 5 to 7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
Stir in 2 cups of your favorite spaghetti sauce, minced garlic, and Italian seasoning. Let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Gently open each manicotti tube and lay it flat. Spoon approximately 3 tablespoons of the sausage mixture down the center, then sprinkle with 2/3 cup of mozzarella cheese. Carefully roll up each tube.
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour to create a smooth roux. Gradually pour in cream, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Cook until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes. Stir in Fontina cheese, 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
Pour half of the cheese sauce into the prepared baking dish. Arrange the stuffed manicotti tubes seam-side down over the sauce, then top with the remaining cheese sauce. Drizzle the remaining 1 cup of spaghetti sauce down the center of the casserole.
Bake in the preheated oven until the pasta is golden brown and bubbly, approximately 20 to 25 minutes. Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 569 kcal
Fat Content: 44 g
Fiber Content: 1 g
Sugar Content: 2 g
Sodium Content: 1146 mg
Protein Content: 23 g
Cholesterol Content: 162 mg
Carbohydrate Content: 23 g
Saturated Fat Content: 22 g
Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g