Ricotta Stuffed Shells
Savor the delightful combination of creamy ricotta cheese and tender jumbo pasta shells, all enveloped in a rich marinara sauce. These ricotta stuffed shells are not just a meal; they’re an experience that brings families together around the dinner table. Perfect for cozy family dinners or entertaining guests, this dish is easily customizable to suit your taste. Enjoy the cheesy goodness and watch smiles bloom with each bite!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 jumbo pasta shells
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded whole-milk mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and boil salted water in a large pot. Cook jumbo pasta shells until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, chopped spinach, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Generously fill each cooked shell with the cheese mixture using a spoon or piping bag.
- Spread half of your marinara sauce in a baking dish. Arrange the stuffed shells on top and cover with the remaining sauce. Sprinkle extra mozzarella on top.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed shells (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 40mg