Easy Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Shells
Easy Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Shells are a comforting, delicious dish perfect for family dinners or special occasions. These large pasta shells are generously filled with a creamy blend of ricotta cheese, fresh spinach, and savory herbs, all baked in rich marinara sauce. This recipe combines simplicity with flavor, ensuring every bite is a delightful experience. Perfect for both novice cooks and seasoned chefs, you’ll create lasting memories around the table with this heartwarming dish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 jumbo pasta shells
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and spread a layer of marinara sauce in a baking dish.
- Boil salted water and cook jumbo shells until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, sauté minced garlic in olive oil until fragrant. In a bowl, mix ricotta, spinach, Parmesan, dried herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff each shell with the ricotta mixture and place them in the baking dish over marinara sauce.
- Pour remaining marinara sauce over the shells and sprinkle with extra Parmesan.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; uncover for the last 10 minutes until bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed shells (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg