Spinach Ricotta Stuffed Shells: Discover Your New Favorite Dinner!
Spinach Ricotta Stuffed Shells are a delicious and easy Italian dinner option, perfect for comfort food lovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 jumbo pasta shells
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 cups fresh spinach (chopped & sautéed) or 1 cup frozen spinach (thawed & drained)
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Olive oil (for sautéing)
Instructions
- Boil the Pasta Shells: Cook jumbo shells until just al dente for the best texture. This is a total weeknight win – don’t overcook, so they hold shape when stuffed.
- Sauté the Spinach: In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté garlic and spinach until wilted. This step brings out that bold Italian flavor and makes your kitchen smell amazing.
- Mix the Filling: In a large bowl, combine ricotta, half the mozzarella, Parmesan, sautéed spinach, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. It’s the best cheesy combo for an easy family dinner.
- Stuff the Shells: Fill each shell with the creamy mixture. This is a great meal prep idea—you can even do this ahead of time!
- Assemble & Bake: Spread marinara in a baking dish, place stuffed shells over the sauce, top with remaining mozzarella. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25 minutes until bubbly and golden. It’s the ultimate comfort food win.
Notes
- This recipe serves 4 people.
- Calories per serving: ~410
- Protein per serving: ~21g
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Protein: 21g