Description
Ricotta stuffed shells are a comforting Italian classic that combines tender pasta, creamy ricotta, and rich marinara sauce. Each bite is a delightful blend of flavors, making this dish perfect for family dinners or special occasions. Easy to prepare and endlessly customizable, these cheesy shells will warm your heart and satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 jumbo pasta shells
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup fresh baby spinach
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook jumbo pasta shells in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta, mozzarella, spinach, half of the Parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until creamy.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Fill each shell with the ricotta mixture.
- Spread half of the marinara sauce in a baking dish. Place stuffed shells seam-side up and pour remaining sauce over them.
- Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan and additional mozzarella if desired.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed shells (220g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating sautéed mushrooms or zucchini into the ricotta filling. You can substitute ricotta with cottage cheese for a different texture.