Easy Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Shells for a Family Delight
A delicious and easy recipe for spinach and ricotta stuffed shells, perfect for the family!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 large pasta shells
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a bowl, combine ricotta, spinach, half of the mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Fill each shell with the ricotta mixture and place in a baking dish.
- Pour marinara sauce over the shells and sprinkle the remaining mozzarella on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until heated through and cheese is bubbly.
Notes
- Great for meal prep; can be made ahead and frozen.
- Add more vegetables, such as mushrooms or zucchini, for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: easy, spinach, ricotta, stuffed shells, family recipe