Manicotti Florentine

Manicotti Florentine is a rich Italian-American baked pasta dish featuring large, ridged pasta tubes stuffed with a creamy spinach and cheese filling, then smothered in marinara sauce and baked until bubbly. The filling typically combines ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses with sautéed spinach, garlic, and herbs. It's a hearty, comforting main course that evolved from Italian-American culinary traditions.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in both fat and carbohydrates, with a significant protein content from the cheese filling. A typical serving provides a good source of calcium, iron, and vitamins A and K from the spinach, and generally ranges from 400 to 600 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	520 kcal
Protein	28 g
Carbs	42 g
Fat	26 g
Fiber	5 g
Sugar	8 g
Sodium	890 mg
Calcium	480 mg
Iron	4.2 mg
Vitamin A	320 mcg RAE
Vitamin K	180 mcg
Potassium	520 mg
Phosphorus	380 mg
Folate	120 mcg
Vitamin C	8 mg

Per 2 pieces (about 280 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The 'Florentine' in its name is a culinary nod to the city of Florence, Italy, and is commonly used in recipes that feature spinach. Nutritionally, it cleverly incorporates a substantial amount of leafy greens into a decadent, cheese-forward dish, offering a balance of indulgence and vegetable content.