Description

Easy Spinach Ricotta Stuffed Shells are a delightful and nutritious veggie dinner that will impress your family and friends. These tender pasta shells are generously filled with a creamy mixture of ricotta cheese and fresh spinach, then baked to bubbly perfection in marinara sauce. Perfect for weeknight meals or special occasions, this recipe combines comfort and health in every bite!

Ingredients

Scale

12 large pasta shells
2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
1 cup ricotta cheese
½ cup grated parmesan cheese (divided)
2 cups marinara sauce
¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a large baking dish.
In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté spinach until wilted (about 3-4 minutes).
In a bowl, mix sautéed spinach, ricotta cheese, half of the parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and basil until well blended.
Cook pasta shells according to package instructions; drain and fill each shell with the spinach mixture.
Place stuffed shells seam-side up in the baking dish. Pour marinara sauce over the shells and sprinkle with remaining parmesan cheese.
Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; remove foil for the last 5 minutes to allow cheese to brown.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 stuffed shells (180g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 480mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 15g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Cook pasta al dente to prevent mushiness. You can add sautéed mushrooms or roasted red peppers for extra flavor.