Description
Delicious and comforting stuffed pasta shells filled with creamy ricotta and nutritious spinach, perfect for vegetarian lovers.
Ingredients
- 12 large pasta shells
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 1 jar marinara sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
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, mix together ricotta cheese, chopped spinach, half of the mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, egg, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Fill each cooked shell with the ricotta mixture.
- Spread a layer of marinara sauce in the bottom of a baking dish.
- Place the stuffed shells in the dish, seam side up, and cover with remaining marinara sauce.
- Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and let it bake for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with fresh basil if desired and serve.
Notes
Make sure not to overcook the pasta shells. Feel free to add extra vegetables or experiment with different cheeses.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian