Low-Point Manicotti
Ingredients

Optional: Extra Fat-Free Mozzarella Cheese for topping: 1 point for a handful (about 1/2 cup)

Crepini Egg Wraps: 0 points (for most brands)

12 oz Fat-Free Cottage Cheese: 3 points

1 Egg: 2 points

2 tablespoons Garlic-Parmesan Spice: 0 points (depends on the spice blend)

1/2 cup Fat-Free Kraft Mozzarella Cheese: 1 point

Tomato Sauce (Homemade): 0 points

Tomato sauce, garlic, onions, basil, and spices: 0 points
Detailed Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Prepare the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the 12 oz fat-free cottage cheese, 1 egg, 2 tablespoons of garlic-parmesan spice, and 1/2 cup of fat-free Kraft mozzarella cheese. Mix well until all ingredients are incorporated.
  3. Assemble the Manicotti:
    • Lay out the Crepini egg wraps flat.
    • Spoon a portion of the cheese mixture onto each wrap.
    • Carefully roll the wraps to encase the filling.
    • Place the filled wraps seam-side down in a baking dish.
  4. Add the Sauce:
    • Pour your homemade tomato sauce over the top of the manicotti rolls. Ensure each roll is well-coated with the sauce.
  5. Optional Cheese Topping:
    • If desired, sprinkle a handful (about 1/2 cup) of fat-free shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the sauce.
  6. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the filling is heated through.
  7. Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Tips for Lower Points

Portion Control: Cutting the recipe into 10 servings ensures that each serving remains low in points.

Egg Wraps: Crepini egg wraps are a great low-point alternative to traditional pasta shells. Ensure the brand you use is 0 points per wrap.
Total Points Calculation

  • Cottage Cheese: 3 points
  • Egg: 2 points
  • Fat-Free Mozzarella (filling): 1 point
  • Fat-Free Mozzarella (optional topping): 1 point

Total Points Calculation

  • Cottage Cheese: 3 points
  • Egg: 2 points
  • Fat-Free Mozzarella (filling): 1 point
  • Fat-Free Mozzarella (optional topping): 1 point

Total for the entire recipe: 7 points (without extra cheese topping) or 8 points (with extra cheese topping)

Points Per Serving

  • Total servings: 10
  • Points per serving: 1 point (without extra cheese topping) or 1-2 points (with extra cheese topping)

Enjoy your delicious and low-point manicotti!