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Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Shells Recipe

  • Author: Hannah

Ingredients

Scale

  • 20 jumbo pasta shells

  • 2 cups ricotta cheese

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (plus extra for topping)

  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped (or 1 cup frozen, thawed & drained)

  • 1 large egg

  • 2 cups marinara sauce

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

  • Salt & pepper, to taste

  • Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. Cook pasta shells according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  3. In a bowl, mix ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, spinach, egg, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt & pepper.

  4. Spread 1 cup marinara sauce in the bottom of a greased baking dish.

  5. Stuff each shell with the ricotta-spinach mixture and place them in the dish.

  6. Pour remaining marinara sauce over the shells. Sprinkle with extra mozzarella.

  7. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes until bubbly and golden.

  8. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley.

  9. Serve warm and enjoy cheesy goodness!

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