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Creamy Avocado Manicotti

Name: Creamy Avocado Manicotti
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 7 servings.
Cuisine: Europe, Italian
Ingredients: 1 package (8 ounces) manicotti shells; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes; 1/2 cup minced fresh basil or 3 tablespoons dried basil; 1/3 cup dry red wine or vegetable broth; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; FILLING:; 1 carton (15 ounces) reduced-fat ricotta cheese; 1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and mashed; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese; 1 medium ripe avocado, sliced, optional

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Total Time

Prep: 25 min. Bake: 45 min.

Makes

7 servings

Updated: Apr. 16, 2022

I am always looking for creative ways to make vegetarian dinners a little different. I grow my own basil, and avocados are a versatile favorite, so this recipe is a fantastic way to make manicotti that's a little unusual. —Jennifer Coduto, Kent, Ohio

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Ingredients

1 package (8 ounces) manicotti shells
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1/2 cup minced fresh basil or 3 tablespoons dried basil
1/3 cup dry red wine or vegetable broth
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
FILLING:
1 carton (15 ounces) reduced-fat ricotta cheese
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and mashed
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 medium ripe avocado, sliced, optional

Directions

Cook manicotti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the tomatoes, basil, wine, brown sugar, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Drain manicotti. In a small bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, avocado, Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper. Stuff cheese mixture into manicotti shells. Spread 1 cup sauce into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Arrange manicotti over sauce. Pour remaining sauce over top.
Cover and bake at 350° for 35 minutes or until bubbly. Uncover; sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Bake 10-15 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. If desired, garnish with avocado slices.

Nutrition Facts

2 pieces: 359 calories, 13g fat (5g saturated fat), 29mg cholesterol, 625mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 5g fiber), 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 2 vegetable, 2 medium-fat meat, 1 fat.

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