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A vibrant plate of stuffed pasta shells filled with fresh spinach and creamy ricotta cheese, topped with melted cheese and garnished with herbs, colorful around a rustic wooden table.

Healthy Spinach and Ricotta Pasta Shells Delight

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Creamy stuffed pasta shells filled with fresh spinach and ricotta cheese, baked until bubbly and golden for a satisfying vegetarian meal.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 20 large pasta shells
  • 2 cups ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup cooked spinach, chopped
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta shells according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
  2. In a bowl, combine ricotta, cooked spinach, Parmesan, garlic, salt, and pepper.
  3. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  4. Fill each shell with the ricotta mixture and place in a baking dish.
  5. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
  6. Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.

Notes

  • Feel free to add chopped herbs like basil or parsley for extra flavor.
  • Use part-skim ricotta for a lighter dish.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 shells
  • Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 650 mg
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 12 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 30 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 15 g
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg