Stuffed Shells
Stuffed shells are a delightful Italian comfort food that combines plump pasta filled with creamy ricotta, fresh spinach, and herbs, all topped with rich marinara sauce. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for any occasion, from family dinners to entertaining friends, offering an explosion of flavor in every bite. With vibrant colors and enticing aromas, these cheesy stuffed shells are guaranteed to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 large pasta shells
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup fresh spinach (chopped)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup marinara sauce (plus more for topping)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Boil salted water in a large pot.
- Cook pasta shells for about 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and let cool.
- In a bowl, combine ricotta, spinach, egg, Italian seasoning, half the mozzarella, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Stuff each shell with the ricotta mixture and place them upright in a baking dish with marinara sauce at the bottom.
- Pour remaining marinara over the shells and sprinkle with leftover mozzarella and parmesan.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 stuffed shells (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg