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Easy Spinach Ricotta Stuffed Shells: 20 Amazing Minutes

Spinach Ricotta Stuffed Shells
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Enjoy a comforting and flavorful homemade pasta dinner with these delicious Spinach Ricotta Stuffed Shells. This recipe is perfect for a cozy family meal or a special occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box jumbo pasta shells
  • 15 ounces ricotta cheese
  • 10 ounces frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 (24 ounce) jar marinara sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook pasta shells according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to prevent sticking.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, spinach, egg, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  3. Spread about half of the marinara sauce in the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  4. Stuff each cooked pasta shell with the ricotta mixture. Arrange the stuffed shells in the baking dish over the sauce.
  5. Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the stuffed shells.
  6. Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
  7. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  8. Remove the foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Let stand for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For an extra cheesy flavor, you can add a little extra Parmesan cheese to the ricotta mixture.
  • If you don’t have frozen spinach, you can use fresh spinach. Blanch it, squeeze out the excess water, and chop it finely.
  • Feel free to add your favorite herbs to the ricotta filling, such as basil or oregano.

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