Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Shells, a comforting dish that combines tender pasta shells with a rich filling of fresh spinach and ricotta cheese, all smothered in marinara sauce. This recipe is perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, providing a deliciously satisfying experience that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 jumbo pasta shells
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach (packed)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Cook jumbo pasta shells in boiling salted water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, then add spinach and cook until wilted.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta, sautéed spinach, Parmesan cheese, half the herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Fill each shell with the ricotta mixture and place seam-side up in the baking dish.
- Cover with marinara sauce and sprinkle remaining herbs on top. Bake for 25 minutes until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 stuffed shells (about 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 30mg