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Spinach Ricotta Shells Recipe

Delicious stuffed pasta shells with spinach and ricotta cheese.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 400 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 20 pieces Jumbo pasta shells
  • 2 cups Ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 10 oz Frozen spinach, thawed and drained
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Black pepper
  • 2 cups Marinara sauce

Instructions 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook pasta shells according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, spinach, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Stuff each shell with the cheese and spinach mixture.
  5. Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
  6. Arrange stuffed shells in the baking dish. Pour remaining marinara sauce over the shells.
  7. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
  8. Serve hot.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 400kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 500mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 3000IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 400mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Pasta, Vegetarian
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