Ingredients

  • 3 ounce Manicotti shells
  • 2 tsp Extra virgin olive oil
  • 3/4 c. Red onion, minced
  • 2 c. Artichoke hearts, frzn, minced
  • 2 Tbsp. Parsley, minced
  • 2 tsp Thyme, minced
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 c. Chicken broth
  • 1/2 c. Ricotta cheese, part skim lowfat milk
  • 2 tsp Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1/3 c. Spaghetti sauce, w/mushrooms, reduced
  • 2 ounce Mozzarella cheese, part skim lowfat milk

Method

  • In large pot of boiling water, cook manicotti shells 6 min, or possibly till still slightly hard; drain.
  • In large nonstick skillet, heat extra virgin olive oil over medium heat.
  • Add in onion; saute/fry 2-3 min, or possibly till onion is tender.
  • Add in artichoke hearts, 1 Tbsp.
  • parsley, thyme and salt; saute/fry 2 min.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Add in chicken broth to skillet; cook, stirring frequently, 6-7 min, till liquid evaporates.
  • Remove skillet from heat; stir in Ricotta and Parmesan.
  • Spread spaghetti sauce in the bottom of an 8-inch square baking dish.
  • Spoon artichoke filling proportionately into the manicotti shells; place in baking dish.
  • Cover with aluminum foil; bake 20 min.
  • Remove foil.
  • Sprinkle mozzarella and remaining parsley over shells; bake 10-12 min, or possibly till cheese melts and filling is warm.