Description
Italian Stuffed Shells are a delightful comfort food that brings the essence of Italy to your dinner table. These jumbo pasta shells are generously filled with a creamy blend of ricotta, mozzarella, and fresh spinach, all bathed in a rich marinara sauce. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also visually stunning, making every meal feel like a special occasion.
Ingredients
- Jumbo Pasta Shells
- Ricotta Cheese
- Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
- Grated Parmesan Cheese
- Fresh Spinach
- Marinara Sauce
- Egg
- Garlic Powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the jumbo pasta shells in salted boiling water for 8 minutes until al dente; drain and cool.
- In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, half the mozzarella, Parmesan, chopped spinach, egg, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Stuff each shell with the filling; place seam-side up in a baking dish layered with marinara sauce.
- Pour remaining marinara over the shells and top with the rest of the mozzarella.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; uncover for an additional 5 minutes until golden.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed shells
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg