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The Best Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Shells Recipe

The Best Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Shells Recipe
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Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these delicious spinach and ricotta stuffed shells. Creamy, flavorful, and satisfying, this homemade meal will become a family favorite in no time.

Ingredients

Pasta Shells:

  • 12–15 jumbo pasta shells (about 1/2 a box)

Filling:

  • 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)

Other:

  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta shells – Boil jumbo pasta shells in salted water until al dente, about 8–10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. Make the filling – Mix ricotta, 1/2 cup mozzarella, Parmesan, and egg. Sauté garlic and spinach, then combine with cheese mixture.
  3. Stuff the shells – Preheat oven. Fill shells with ricotta-spinach mixture, place in baking dish, top with marinara sauce, and bake covered, then uncovered.
  4. Serve – Rest before serving to meld flavors.

Notes

  • Choose full-fat ricotta for a creamier filling.
  • Avoid overfilling the shells.
  • Customize the filling with extras like mushrooms or sun-dried tomatoes.
  • These shells are meal prep-friendly and can be frozen before baking.

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