Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Shells
Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Shells Recipe is the ultimate comfort food that combines creamy ricotta cheese with fresh spinach, all wrapped in tender jumbo pasta shells. This delicious dish is perfect for family dinners, gatherings, or simply satisfying your cravings for a hearty meal. With its rich flavors and satisfying textures, it’s bound to become a favorite on your dinner table. Easy to prepare and full of nutritious ingredients, this recipe is not just delicious but also a wholesome choice for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12–15 jumbo pasta shells
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups fresh spinach (roughly chopped) or 1 cup frozen spinach (thawed and drained)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- Olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the jumbo pasta shells in boiling salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a bowl, mix together ricotta cheese, half the mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, egg, spinach, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Spread half of the marinara sauce at the bottom of a baking dish. Fill each shell with the ricotta mixture and arrange them in the dish.
- Pour remaining marinara over stuffed shells and sprinkle with reserved mozzarella. Drizzle with olive oil and season with Italian herbs.
- Cover with foil and bake for about 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes until golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed shells (200g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg