Artichoke Stuffed Manicotti Weight Watchers

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This is from a 2004 weight watchers magazine. only 4 points per serving (serving = 2 manicotti) - sounds delicious! haven't tried it yet, will update this when i do....(i will use fat-free ricotta)

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Steps

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Cook manicotti according to package directions.

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Drain in colander , rinsing under cold water.

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Preheat oven to 350 degrees f.

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Spray two shallow baking dishes with nonstick spray.

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Combine the artichoke hearts , ricotta , parmesan , scallion greens , salt and pepper in a food processor , pulse until fairly smooth.

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Using a small spoon , fill each manicotti tube with about 3 tablespoons of the artichoke mixture.

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Spread 1 / 2 cup of marinara sauce in the bottom of each baking dish.

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Add 6 of the manicotti to each dish and top with remaining sauce.

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Sprinkle each dish with half the mozzarella and cover with foil.

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You can place one dish in the freezer.

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Bake , covered , until hot , about 30 minutes.

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Remove the foil and continue baking until the cheese bubbles , about 10 minutes more.

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Ingredients

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manicotti, water-packed artichoke hearts, part-skim ricotta cheese, parmesan cheese, scallion top, salt, ground pepper, marinara sauce, part-skim mozzarella cheese