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Spinach & Ricotta Stuffed Shells

Spinach Ricotta Stuffed Shells: The Best Comfort Food Recipe

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Enjoy the creamy and flavorful combination of spinach and ricotta stuffed into large pasta shells, baked to perfection.

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 12 jumbo pasta shells
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, chopped spinach, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Stuff each cooked pasta shell with the cheese mixture.
  5. Spread half of the marinara sauce in the bottom of a baking dish.
  6. Arrange the stuffed shells on top of the sauce in the baking dish.
  7. Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the stuffed shells.
  8. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  9. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  10. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Feel free to add herbs like basil or oregano for extra flavor.
  • For a vegetarian option, ensure the marinara sauce is meat-free.
  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 stuffed shells
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 540mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg