NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

2 large manicotti shells

4 oz ground turkey 93% lean

0.25 cup part-skim ricotta cheese

0.5 oz part-skim mozzarella cheese

1 tbsp parmesan cheese

0.5 cup marinara sauce

1 cup fresh spinach

1 clove garlic

0.25 tsp dried oregano

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.5 tsp olive oil

PREPARATION

• 1

  Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

• 2

  Cook the manicotti shells in boiling water for 2 minutes less than the package directions so they remain firm; drain and set aside.

• 3

  In a skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and minced garlic, followed by the ground turkey, cooking until the meat is browned and crumbled.

• 4

  Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and stir until just wilted, then remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.

• 5

  In a medium bowl, combine the cooked turkey and spinach mixture with the ricotta cheese, dried oregano, sea salt, and black pepper.

• 6

  Carefully stuff each manicotti shell with the turkey and cheese mixture using a small spoon or piping bag.

• 7

  Spread half of the marinara sauce in the bottom of a small baking dish, arrange the stuffed shells on top, and cover with the remaining sauce.

• 8

  Sprinkle the mozzarella and parmesan cheese evenly over the top.

• 9

  Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.