Easy Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Shells are tender pasta shells filled with creamy ricotta, spinach, and herbs, baked in a rich tomato sauce with melted cheese.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4–5 servings 1x
Ingredients
20 jumbo pasta shells
2 cups ricotta cheese
1 cup chopped spinach
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 cups marinara sauce
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
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Cook pasta shells in salted boiling water until al dente.
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Drain and rinse shells with cool water.
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Mix ricotta, spinach, mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic, salt, and pepper.
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Spread marinara sauce in a baking dish.
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Fill shells with ricotta mixture and arrange in the dish.
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Spoon remaining sauce over shells and sprinkle with extra cheese.
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Bake at 375°F covered for 20 minutes.
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Remove foil and bake 10 minutes until golden.
Notes
Drain spinach thoroughly to prevent excess moisture in the filling.
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