Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Shells

Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Shells

A comforting and cheesy pasta dish made with fresh spinach to reduce food waste.

30
Prep Time (min)
35
Cook Time (min)
65
Total Time (min)
4
Servings

Ingredients

  • 1 box jumbo pasta shells
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, slightly past expiration
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 jar marinara sauce
Difficulty:Medium
Tags:
pastacheesecomfort food

Instructions

1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

2

Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the fresh spinach, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic powder, dried basil, and dried oregano. Mix well.

4

Stuff each cooked pasta shell with the spinach and ricotta mixture.

5

Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.

6

Arrange the stuffed shells in the baking dish.

7

Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the stuffed shells.

8

Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.

9

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

10

Serve hot and enjoy.

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