Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Shells. These oversized pasta shells are filled with a creamy blend of ricotta cheese and fresh spinach, then smothered in rich marinara sauce and topped with melted cheese. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, this dish is a true crowd-pleaser that brings warmth to any table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 large pasta shells
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Boil salted water in a large pot; cook pasta shells until al dente, drain, and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat; sauté minced garlic until fragrant, then add chopped spinach until wilted.
- In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, sautéed spinach, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Fill each cooled pasta shell generously with the cheese mixture and place in a greased baking dish.
- Pour marinara sauce over the stuffed shells; sprinkle with mozzarella or additional Parmesan if desired.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed shells (200g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg