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Stuffed Pasta Shells

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Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with stuffed pasta shells filled with creamy ricotta, fresh spinach, and melty mozzarella, all smothered in rich marinara sauce. This dish is perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends. With a delightful blend of flavors and textures, these cheesy delights will have everyone coming back for more!

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4 (8 stuffed shells) 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 12 jumbo pasta shells
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup fresh spinach (chopped)
  • 2 cups marinara sauce (divided)
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Boil salted water and cook pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and cool.
  2. In a bowl, combine ricotta, half the mozzarella, Parmesan, spinach, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  3. Fill each shell generously with the mixture.
  4. Spread half of the marinara sauce in a baking dish. Place filled shells seam-side up and cover with remaining sauce.
  5. Top with the remaining mozzarella cheese and bake uncovered for 25 minutes until bubbly.
  • Author: DANIEL LAWSON
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 stuffed shells (200g)
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg