Description

Indulge in the creamy delight of Easy Spinach & Ricotta Stuffed Shells, a perfect dish to warm your heart and satisfy your cravings. These jumbo pasta shells are generously filled with a rich blend of ricotta, mozzarella, and fresh spinach, all enveloped in a luscious marinara sauce. Ideal for family dinners or casual gatherings, this recipe combines comfort and simplicity, allowing you to whip up a delicious meal in under an hour. Enjoy the versatility of this dish by easily adapting it to suit both vegetarian preferences and meat lovers alike.

Ingredients

Scale

12 jumbo pasta shells
1½ cups ricotta cheese
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
½ cup parmesan cheese, grated
1 large egg
1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
2 cups marinara sauce
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Boil salted water in a large pot and cook the jumbo shells until al dente. Drain and cool.
In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant; add spinach and cook until wilted. Season with salt and pepper.
In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan, egg, nutmeg (optional), and sautéed spinach mixture.
Spread marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish. Stuff each shell with the filling and place seam-side up in the dish. Top with remaining marinara sauce and sprinkle extra mozzarella.
Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes; remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 325
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 550mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 15g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Feel free to mix different cheeses or add cooked ground meat for variety. Assemble ahead of time for easy baking later.