Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of stuffed shells, a delightful Italian-American dish featuring large pasta shells generously filled with a creamy blend of ricotta, mozzarella, and fresh spinach. Baked in marinara sauce and topped with melted cheese, this dish is perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests. With its vibrant colors and irresistible aroma, stuffed shells will quickly become a favorite at your table. Get ready to impress with this easy-to-follow recipe that promises restaurant-quality results right at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 large pasta shells
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Boil the large pasta shells in salted water until al dente. Drain carefully and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, mozzarella, spinach, garlic, Parmesan, and egg; mix well.
- Stuff each shell with the cheese mixture and place seam-side up in the baking dish.
- Pour marinara sauce over the stuffed shells, ensuring each one is coated.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed shells (200g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg