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recipe image of pasta shells ricotta cheese fresh spinach mozzarella cheese parmesan cheese marinara sauce garlic onion italian seasoning nutmeg eggs breadcrumbs olive oil salt pepper
C. Motter Cindy

Easy Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Shells

A comforting and easy-to-make stuffed shells recipe that combines fresh spinach, creamy ricotta, and a rich marinara sauce for a hearty dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 16 oz Pasta Shells
  • 16 oz Ricotta Cheese whole milk
  • 10 oz Fresh Spinach
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese shredded
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
  • 2 Eggs
  • 2 cups Marinara Sauce
  • 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
  • 1 pinch Nutmeg
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Pepper
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 Onion finely chopped

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet,
  • 9x13-inch baking dish,
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Prep the Shells
    Sauté the Greens
      Mix the Filling
        Layer the Sauce
          Stuff and Assemble
            Final Topping
              Bake to Perfection

                Nutrition

                Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 25g

                Notes

                These stuffed shells can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat by adding a splash of water or extra sauce and covering with foil before baking at 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
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