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Stuffed Shells

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
A delicious baked pasta dish featuring jumbo shells filled with a cheesy spinach mixture and topped with marinara sauce.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 12 pieces jumbo pasta shells
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese (whole milk)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup fresh spinach (sautéed)
  • 2 cups marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil (chopped)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Boil salted water and cook shells until al dente; drain and cool.
  • Sauté spinach in olive oil until wilted; mix with ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Fill each shell with cheese mixture and place in a baking dish with marinara sauce at the bottom.
  • Pour remaining marinara over shells, sprinkle with mozzarella, cover with foil, and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake 10 more minutes.

Notes

For a richer flavor, add a sprinkle of extra Parmesan before baking.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: pasta