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Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Shells

Spinach and ricotta stuffed shells are a cheesy Italian dish of pasta, creamy ricotta, and spinach baked together with a delicious marinara sauce . This family friendly dinner is a great way to sneak in some extra veggies to picky little eaters.

Prep Time
25 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Total Time
1 hr
Servings: 4
Calories: 478 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 16 jumbo pasta shells Cook a couple of extra shells to allow for a few breaking while the pasta cooks.
  • 8 ounces baby spinach
  • 12 ounces whole milk ricotta
  • 5 ounces shredded Mozzarella cheese divided
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 large egg
  • 24 ounces marinara sauce

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  2. Cook jumbo shells according to the instructions on the back of the box. Once cooked drain and run under cold water to stop the cooking. Let the pasta sit in strainer to cool while you ready the rest of the ingredients.
  3. Place the baby spinach in a microwave safe bowl with 3 tablespoons of water. Wet a paper towel and place the wet paper towel on top of the spinach. Microwave for 2-3 minutes, until fully cooked.
  4. Pour the cooked spinach into a strainer and let the water drain out until it cool completely. Then give it a few good squeezes to get as much excess water out as possible.
  5. Finely chop the spinach up and set aside.
  6. In a large bowl combine the ricotta, 2 ounces of shredded mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, cooked spinach,and egg. Stir together until well mixed.
  7. Fill shells with approximately 2 tablespoons of filling each.
  8. Pour 1 cup of sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 inch casserole dish.
  9. Add stuffed shells to the dish and then top with remaining sauce.
  10. Sprinkle with remaining 3 ounces of mozzarella on top. Feel free to add more if you like!
  11. Bake for 25 - 35 minutes or until warmed through.
  12. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Information

Serving 4shells Calories 478kcal (24%) Carbohydrates 40g (13%) Protein 30g (60%) Fat 23g (35%) Saturated Fat 13g (65%) Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 123mg (41%) Sodium 1927mg (80%) Potassium 1116mg (32%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 9g (18%) Vitamin A 6803IU (136%) Vitamin C 28mg (31%) Calcium 528mg (53%) Iron 5mg (28%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 478

% Daily Value*

Serving 4shells
Calories 478kcal 24%
Carbohydrates 40g 13%
Protein 30g 60%
Fat 23g 35%
Saturated Fat 13g 65%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 123mg 41%
Sodium 1927mg 80%
Potassium 1116mg 24%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 9g 18%
Vitamin A 6803IU 136%
Vitamin C 28mg 31%
Calcium 528mg 53%
Iron 5mg 28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.