Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Shells
Comforting jumbo pasta shells filled with creamy ricotta and fresh spinach, enveloped in zesty marinara sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 16 jumbo pasta shells
- 2 cups of fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup of ricotta cheese
- 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 egg
- 2 cups of marinara sauce
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the jumbo shells according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine spinach, ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Stuff each pasta shell with the spinach and ricotta mixture.
- Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
- Place the stuffed shells in the dish seam-side up, and pour the remaining marinara sauce over the top.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with fresh basil and serve warm.
Notes
For best results, cook shells only until al dente; they will continue cooking in the oven. Feel free to substitute ingredients based on preferences.
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