Description
Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Shells are the ultimate comfort food for warm summer evenings. These large pasta shells are generously filled with a creamy blend of ricotta cheese and fresh spinach, then baked in a rich marinara sauce. This dish is not only simple to prepare but also bursting with flavor, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or entertaining guests. Enjoy the delightful combination of textures and tastes that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 large pasta shells
- 1 cup fresh spinach (chopped)
- 1 cup ricotta cheese (whole milk)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly coat a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Cook pasta shells in boiling salted water until al dente; drain and let cool.
- In a bowl, mix together ricotta, spinach, Parmesan, egg, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Stuff each shell with the filling and place seam-side up in the baking dish.
- Pour marinara sauce generously over the stuffed shells.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; remove foil and bake an additional 5 minutes or until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 stuffed shells (250g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg