Description

Cheesy Spinach Stuffed Shells is a comforting Italian-inspired dish made with jumbo pasta shells filled with creamy ricotta, mozzarella, and spinach, all baked in a rich marinara sauce. It’s a delicious vegetarian meal perfect for family dinners, meal prep, or special occasions.

Ingredients

20 jumbo pasta shells

1 (15 oz) container ricotta cheese

1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

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

1 large egg

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

2 cups marinara sauce

2 tablespoons fresh parsley or basil, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cook the jumbo pasta shells in salted water until al dente, according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
In a large bowl, mix together ricotta, 1 cup mozzarella, Parmesan, spinach, egg, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce evenly on the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Fill each pasta shell with 2-3 tablespoons of the ricotta mixture and place them in the baking dish.
Pour the remaining 1 cup of marinara sauce over the shells and sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese.
Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for another 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Let rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with chopped parsley or basil before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Main Course, Vegetarian