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Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Shells

Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Shells

Cheesy and comforting Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Shells loaded with good stuff.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Dinner
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • oven
  • large pot
  • baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 20 pieces large pasta shells
  • 15 oz whole milk ricotta
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 piece egg
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 oz baby spinach about 1 ½ very tightly packed cups
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • ½ cup tomato sauce
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • fresh parsley Optional, to garnish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375 F.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Once water is boiling, add the shells. Cook for about 15 minutes, until soft. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, add ricotta, 1 cup of mozzarella, ⅓ cup of parmesan, egg, oregano, salt and pepper. Mix well to combine.
  • Roughly chop baby spinach and mix into the cheese mixture.
  • Spread 1 cup of tomato sauce in an even layer on top of a 9x13 baking sheet.
  • Stuff each shell with 1 large spoonful of cheese mixture and place on top of the tomato sauce on the baking sheet.
  • Spoon the additional ½ cup tomato sauce over the shells and top with the ¼ cup mozzarella and remaining ⅓ cup of parmesan cheese.
  • Place in the oven and bake for 20 minutes. Turn the oven to broil and broil for another 3-5 minutes, until the cheese on top is golden but not burned.
  • Optional: garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 350mgIron: 2mg
Keyword cheesy, comfort food, dinner recipe, pasta, Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Shells, Stuffed Shells
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