Description
Indulge in these creamy and savory Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Shells that deliver a taste of Italy in every bite. Perfectly cooked jumbo pasta shells are filled with a rich blend of fresh spinach, creamy ricotta, and gooey mozzarella, all topped with marinara sauce and baked to golden perfection. This dish is not only visually stunning but also easy to make, making it an ideal choice for cozy family dinners or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 jumbo pasta shells
- 2 cups fresh spinach (wilted)
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook the pasta shells in salted water until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute, then add spinach until wilted. Remove from heat.
- In a bowl, combine ricotta, sautéed spinach, mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well blended.
- Stuff each shell with the mixture and place them in a greased baking dish. Pour marinara sauce over the shells.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 10-15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed shells (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg