Serves: 4
Total Calories: 612

2 tablespoons low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup minced onion
1/2 cup minced carrot
1 clove garlic, minced
1 cup low-fat ricotta cheese
1 egg substitute equivalent
2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
8 large manicotti shells, cooked
2 cups Marinara Sauce

1. In a skillet over medium heat, heat broth. Add onion, carrot, and garlic and sauté for 5 to 7 minutes, until onion is tender.

2. In a large bowl, combine vegetables with ricotta cheese, egg, Parmesan cheese, and basil. Mix well.

3. Stuff some of the mixture into each shell. Place stuffed manicotti shells in a large casserole dish. Pour marinara sauce on top, and let cook at 350°F for 20 minutes.

EXCHANGES
2 1/2 Starch
1 Vegetable
1 Lean Meat

NUTRITION FACTS
Calories 275
Calories from Fat 34
Total Fat 4 grams
Saturated Fat 2 grams
Cholesterol 27 milligrams
Sodium 458 milligrams
Total Carbohydrate 45 grams
Dietary Fiber 3 grams
Sugars 8 grams
Protein 18 grams

Nutritional Facts:

Serves: 4
Total Calories: 612
Calories from Fat: 13

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