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When it comes to comforting Italian cuisine, few dishes can rival the rich and savory delight of stuffed shells. Stuffed Shells Delight with Spinach & Ricotta is a quintessential dish that captures the essence of warmth and home-cooked goodness. This dish comprises large, tubular pasta shells filled with a creamy mixture of spinach and ricotta, all topped with a luscious marinara sauce and melted mozzarella. The combination of flavors and textures in this dish is nothing short of extraordinary, making it a perennial favorite for family dinners, special occasions, or even meal prep for the week.

Easy Spinach & Ricotta Stuffed Shells

Indulge in this creamy and comforting stuffed shells delight featuring fresh spinach and ricotta! These cheesy jumbo pasta shells are easy to prepare and bursting with flavor. Simply fill your shells with a savory mixture of ricotta, mozzarella, and spinach, top with marinara sauce, and bake until golden and bubbly. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, this recipe serves 4-6 and is sure to impress! Garnish with fresh basil for a delightful touch.
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Ingredients
  

20 jumbo pasta shells

2 cups fresh spinach, chopped

1 cup ricotta cheese

1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded (plus extra for topping)

¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 egg

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

½ teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon black pepper

2 cups marinara sauce

Fresh basil for garnish (optional)

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

    Cook the Pasta Shells: In a large pot, boil salted water and cook the jumbo pasta shells according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside to cool.

      Prepare the Filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped spinach, ricotta cheese, 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

        Stuff the Shells: Carefully take each pasta shell and fill it with a generous spoonful of the spinach and ricotta mixture. Place the filled shells into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.

          Add the Marinara Sauce: Pour the marinara sauce evenly over the stuffed shells. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top.

            Bake: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

              Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh basil if desired before serving.

                Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 55 minutes | Servings: 4-6