light vegetable manicotti
This tasty sounding dish comes from My Magazine, courtesy of Kroger. Very simple and quick, and healthy too! Photo: Kroger 02-02-15
prep time
20 Min
cook time
40 Min
method
Bake
yield
4-6 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 2 cups part skim ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup egg substitute or 2 egg whites
- 1 cup reduced-fat shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
- 1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 bag (12 oz.) steamfresh broccoli & cauliflower, cooked according to package directions
- 1 box (8 oz. or about 14 pieces) manicotti pasta, cooked
- 1 cup reduced sodium marinara sauce
- 1/4 cup loosely packed basil leaves, thinly sliced (optional)
How To Make light vegetable manicotti
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Step 1In a large bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg substitute, 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, black pepper, and broccoli and cauliflower.
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Step 2Carefully and evenly fill manicotti. Arrange in a lightly sprayed 13x9-inch baking dish and top with marinara sauce.
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Step 3Cover and bake in a preheated 350º oven for 30 minutes or until heated through.
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Step 4Uncover and sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese. Bake 10 minutes more or until cheese is melted. Sprinkle with basil if desired. Refrigerate any leftovers.
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Category:
Pasta
Category:
Other Main Dishes
Category:
Casseroles
Culture:
Italian
Tag:
#Quick & Easy
Tag:
#For Kids
Tag:
#Healthy
Tag:
#Heirloom
Ingredient:
Pasta
Method:
Bake
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