Easy Spinach Stuffed Shells
A classic Italian comfort food dish, these Easy Spinach Stuffed Shells never fail to disappoint!
Prep Time20 minutes mins
Cook Time35 minutes mins
Total Time55 minutes mins
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Pasta, Comfort Food
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 450kcal
Author: MaryAnn Dwyer
- 1 12-oz. package jumbo shells
- 4 cups whole milk ricotta cheese
- 3 cups mozzarella cheese, finely shredded, divided
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1 Tbsp. fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tsp. fresh oregano, finely chopped
- 15 oz. fresh baby spinach leaves, steamed until wilted and then squeezed dry and chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes, if desired for spice
- 3 cups marinara sauce, fresh or jarred
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Cook pasta according to package directions.
In a large bowl, combine ricotta cheese, 2 cups mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, eggs, parsley, oregano, spinach, garlic, salt, pepper and red pepper flakes.
In a 13x9-inch baking dish or large casserole dish, spread about 1/2 cup of the marinara sauce. Fill each of the cooked shells evenly with the ricotta mixture. Place 15 of the stuffed shells into the prepared dish. Top with half of the remaining marinara sauce. Top with remaining 15 shells and then top with remainder of marinara. Sprinkle with remaining one cup of shredded mozzarella. Cover with foil and bake for 35 minutes or until shells look bubbly.
Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Cholesterol: 157mg | Sodium: 1234mg | Potassium: 819mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 6610IU | Vitamin C: 24.1mg | Calcium: 711mg | Iron: 4mg