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Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Shells

Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Shells

Delicious Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Shells that wow your guests with restaurant-quality flavors using simple ingredients.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 shells
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

  • 16 pieces jumbo pasta shells
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese divided
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese divided
  • 1 piece egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups marinara sauce

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet
  • Baking dish
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the jumbo pasta shells until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté garlic for 30 seconds. Add spinach and cook until wilted. Let cool.
  3. In a bowl, combine ricotta, half the mozzarella and Parmesan, spinach, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  4. Fill each pasta shell with the cheese mixture.
  5. Spread 1 cup marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish. Arrange the stuffed shells on top.
  6. Pour the remaining sauce over the shells. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.
  7. Cover with foil and bake at 375°F for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 10 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil or extra Parmesan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1shellCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 20gFat: 21g

Notes

This dish is versatile; feel free to swap cheeses or add extras like sun-dried tomatoes for a unique flavor twist.

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