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Spinach & Ricotta Stuffed Shells

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course dinner, Entree
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 1 box jumbo pasta shells
  • 15 oz ricotta cheese
  • 10 oz frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 egg large, beaten
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 24 oz marinara sauce

Instructions
 

  • Cook pasta shells according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine ricotta cheese, spinach, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, salt, and pepper.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Stuff each pasta shell with the ricotta mixture and arrange in the baking dish.
  • Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the stuffed shells.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until bubbly and heated through.
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