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Creamy Spinach & Ricotta Stuffed Shells

Easy Creamy Spinach & Ricotta Stuffed Shells to Savor Every Bite

Creamy Spinach & Ricotta Stuffed Shells are a comforting and indulgent dish that delights with every bite.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 15 ounces Ricotta Cheese Use whole-milk ricotta for the creamiest texture.
  • 5 ounces Fresh Spinach Wilt and drain well.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated.
  • 1 large Egg Beaten.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced finely.
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Season carefully.
For the Pasta & Sauce
  • 12 ounces Large Pasta Shells Sturdy shape for filling.
  • 2 cups Marinara Sauce Rich and flavorful.
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Sprinkle on top.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Large pot
  • skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Sieve

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F and position rack in center. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add pasta shells and cook until al dente, about 8–10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, sauté fresh spinach until wilted and bright green, about 2 minutes. Transfer spinach to a sieve, drain thoroughly and squeeze out all excess moisture.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine drained spinach, ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan, beaten egg, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and fully combined.
  5. Using a small spoon or piping bag, fill each cooked shell with about 2 tablespoons of spinach-ricotta mixture.
  6. Spread half of the marinara sauce evenly across the bottom of the greased baking dish. Arrange stuffed shells upright, then spoon remaining sauce over tops and sprinkle with mozzarella.
  7. Cover the dish with foil and bake at 375°F for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes until cheese is golden and bubbling.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional: Sprinkle with chopped parsley for fresh color and aromatics.

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