Low-frustration manicotti

by Jana

2 c. Shredded mozzarella cheese

16 oz. cottage cheese  ( you can also use tofu)

1 pkg. frozen spinach, thawed and drained (or the equivalent, freshly prepared preferably) 

1/4 c. Parmesan

1 1/2 t. Oregano

1/4 t. Each salt and pepper

1 pkg. manicotti, uncooked

1 jar marinara sauce

Cooking spray

1 c. Water

Combine 1 1/2 c. Mozzarella and everything down to salt and pepper.  Stuff uncooked shells.  Spray 9x13, and pour in 1/2 jar sauce.  Place shells in dish, and cover with remaining sauce.  Pour 1 c. Water into dish.  Sprinkle remaining cheese on top.  Cover tightly with foil.  Bake 1 hr. at 375.  Uncover and let rest 10 min. before serving.