Description
Indulge in the heavenly flavors of Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Shells, an exquisite dish that perfectly marries comfort and sophistication. These cheesy pasta shells are generously filled with a creamy mixture of rich ricotta cheese and fresh spinach, all nestled in a vibrant marinara sauce. Perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or intimate dinners, this vegetarian delight is easy to prepare and sure to impress. In just 45 minutes, you can serve up a plateful of this decadent meal that’s bursting with flavor and texture.
Ingredients
- 12–15 jumbo pasta shells
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach (or 1 cup frozen spinach, thawed)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook jumbo pasta shells in salted boiling water until al dente; drain.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, half the mozzarella, Parmesan, chopped spinach, garlic, egg, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Fill each shell with the mixture and arrange in a baking dish layered with marinara sauce.
- Top with remaining sauce and mozzarella cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes; uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes until golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed shell (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 55mg