Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Italy with Easy Spinach & Ricotta Stuffed Shells. This delightful dish features jumbo pasta shells generously filled with a creamy mixture of ricotta, mozzarella, and fresh spinach, all baked to perfection in marinara sauce. Ideal for family dinners or special occasions, these stuffed shells are not only simple to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste. Serve them warm with a sprinkle of fresh herbs for an inviting meal that brings everyone together at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 jumbo pasta shells
- 1½ cups ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (plus extra for topping)
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup fresh spinach (or ½ cup frozen spinach, thawed and drained)
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook jumbo pasta shells in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant, then add spinach until wilted. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan, egg, nutmeg (if using), and sautéed spinach mixture; mix well.
- Spread marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish. Stuff each shell with the filling and place seam-side up in the dish.
- Pour remaining marinara sauce over the shells and sprinkle with extra mozzarella cheese.
- 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: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed shell
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 70mg