Manicotti With Spicy Sausage Recipe

ingredients

1 pound bulk spicy Italian sausage
1 can (28 ounce size) crushed tomatoes
1 jar (26 ounce size) marinara sauce
2 eggs, beaten
3 cups ricotta cheese
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 can (4 ounce size) chopped green chiles
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
18 uncooked manicotti pasta shells
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

directions

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. x 2-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 degrees F 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.

nutrition data

Nutritional data has not been calculated yet.

reviews & comments

Dawn REVIEW:
October 2, 2009

My boyfriend and I made this last night for dinner. Pair it up with some spring mix salad and a glass of merlot. This was the most amazing dinner we've had yet!