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Healthy Easy Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Shells

A comforting and nutritious dinner idea that is perfect for busy weeknights. This recipe features creamy ricotta and spinach stuffed into jumbo pasta shells, baked with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Jumbo Pasta Shells
  • 16 oz Ricotta Cheese part skim
  • 10 oz Fresh Spinach
  • 8 oz Mozzarella Cheese
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
  • 1 Egg
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 Onion diced
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 24 oz Marinara Sauce
  • 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
  • 1 tsp Basil dried
  • 1 pinch Black Pepper
  • 1 pinch Salt

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • skillet,
  • Mixing bowl
  • 9x13 Baking Dish
  • oven

Method
 

Prep the Shells
    Sauté the Greens
      The Filling
        Assemble
          Topping
            Bake

              Nutrition

              Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 18g

              Notes

              These stuffed shells can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Reheat in the oven at 350 degrees for about 20 minutes.
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