Easy Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Shells – A Healthy Veggie Dinner
A delicious and healthy vegetarian dish featuring pasta shells filled with spinach and ricotta, baked to perfection with melted cheese.
Ingredients
Pasta
- 12 large pasta shells (cooked al dente)
Vegetables
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
Cheese
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
Other ingredients
- 1 egg egg
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- to taste salt and pepper
- optional fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook shells until al dente, then drain.
- Mix spinach, ricotta, half mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, garlic, onion, salt, and pepper.
- Spread marinara in a baking dish, stuff shells with filling, and place in dish.
- Top with remaining marinara and mozzarella, cover, and bake 25 minutes. Uncover and bake 10 more minutes.
- Let cool slightly, garnish with basil if desired, and serve.
Notes
You can add extra basil or cheese for more flavor.