Manicotti With Spicy Sausage

• 1 pound bulk spicy Italian sausage
• 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
• 1 jar (26 ounces) marinara sauce
• 2 eggs, lightly beaten
• 3 cups ricotta cheese
• 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
• 3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 18 uncooked manicotti shells
• 1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

1. In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain and set aside. In the same skillet, bring tomatoes and marinara sauce to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
2. In a large bowl, combine the eggs, ricotta, Parmesan cheese, chilies, parsley, Italian seasoning, salt, garlic powder and pepper.
3. Divide 2 cups of sauce between two greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dishes. Stuff uncooked manicotti shells with cheese mixture. Place in prepared pans. Sprinkle with sausage; top with remaining sauce.
4. Cover and bake at 375u0b0 for 50 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Bake 10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted and manicotti is tender. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

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Taken from www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/manicotti-with-spicy-sausage/ (may not work)