Manicotti with Spicy Sausage (make with fresh marinara sauce)

By McCarleyRHLAC

Estimated WWpts Per serving: 11

Ingredients

• 1 pound bulk spicy Italian sausage
• 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
• 1 jar (26 ounces) marinara sauce
• 2 eggs, lightly beaten
• 3 cups ricotta cheese
• 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
• 3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 18 uncooked manicotti shells
• 1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Details

Servings 10
Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer
pink; drain and set aside. In the same skillet, bring tomatoes and
marinara sauce to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10
minutes.

In a large bowl, combine the eggs, ricotta, Parmesan cheese, chilies,
parsley, Italian seasoning, salt, garlic powder and pepper.

Divide 2 cups of sauce between two greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking
dishes. Stuff uncooked manicotti shells with cheese mixture. Place in prepared pans. Sprinkle with sausage; top with remaining sauce.

Cover and bake at 375° for 50 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with
mozzarella cheese. Bake 10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted
and manicotti is tender. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.