Spinach Ricotta Stuffed Shells
Spinach Ricotta Stuffed Shells are a comforting Italian dish featuring tender jumbo pasta shells filled with a creamy mixture of ricotta cheese and fresh spinach, all topped with savory marinara sauce. This flavorful recipe is not only easy to prepare but also perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests. Each bite is a delightful combination of textures and tastes, sure to leave everyone asking for more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (5 shells per serving) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 jumbo pasta shells
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 4 cups fresh spinach (cooked and wilted)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté fresh spinach until wilted (about 3 minutes). Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked spinach with ricotta cheese and grated Parmesan until well mixed.
- Generously stuff each shell with the filling and place them upright in a greased baking dish.
- Pour marinara sauce over the stuffed shells until fully covered. Sprinkle remaining Parmesan on top.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake covered with foil for 25 minutes. Remove foil for the last 5 minutes to achieve a bubbly finish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed shell (100g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 25mg