Stuffed Shells

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  • Prep Time

    20 mins

  • Cook Time

    20 mins

  • Total Time

    55 mins

  • Servings

    6

  • Calories

    494 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    Italian

Stuffed Shells

Jumbo pasta shells stuffed with a creamy, cheesy spinach filling, topped with rich marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, and baked to perfection. This delicious dinner can be made in advance and it's freezer friendly too!

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 20 jumbo pasta shells, cooked according to package directions*
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 cups packed spinach, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 15 ounces ricotta cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 cups marinara sauce, divided
  • 2 tablespoons chopped basil, for garnish
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Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degree F. Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta shells and cook until al dente, according to package instructions. Don’t overcook the shells. Drain, and rinse with run cold water to stop cooking. Set the shells aside.
  3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped spinach and sauté until wilted. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  4. In a large bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, spinach mixture, 1 cup of the mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
  5. Spread 1 1/2 cups of the marinara sauce on the bottom of the baking dish.
  6. Use a spoon to fill the pasta shells with the cheese and spinach mixture. Place in the baking dish.
  7. Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the shells and sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese.
  8. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Carefully remove the foil and broil for an additional 2 minutes to lightly brown the cheese.
  9. Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh basil. Serve warm.

Notes

  • I always boil 24 pasta shells just in case some break, but you will only need 20 for the recipe.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 494kcal (25%) Carbohydrates 32g (11%) Protein 29g (58%) Fat 28g (43%) Saturated Fat 15g (75%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 9g Cholesterol 115mg (38%) Sodium 988mg (41%) Potassium 692mg (20%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 3278IU (66%) Vitamin C 15mg (17%) Calcium 560mg (56%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 494 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 494kcal 25%
Carbohydrates 32g 11%
Protein 29g 58%
Fat 28g 43%
Saturated Fat 15g 75%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 9g 45%
Cholesterol 115mg 38%
Sodium 988mg 41%
Potassium 692mg 15%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 6g 12%
Vitamin A 3278IU 66%
Vitamin C 15mg 17%
Calcium 560mg 56%
Iron 3mg 17%

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

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