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A vibrant plate of stuffed pasta shells filled with bright green spinach and creamy ricotta cheese, topped with melted cheese and fresh basil, arranged on a white ceramic plate with a fork on the side, showcasing the colorful, textured dish against a rustic wooden table.

Healthy Spinach Ricotta Shells Delight

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A savory, nutritious dish featuring pasta shells filled with a flavorful mixture of spinach and ricotta cheese, baked to a golden finish with melty cheese on top.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook pasta shells in boiling salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté garlic until fragrant. Add chopped spinach and cook until wilted. Remove from heat.
  3. In a bowl, combine ricotta, cooked spinach, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  4. Stuff each cooked shell with the spinach and ricotta mixture and arrange in a baking dish.
  5. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  6. Remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes until bubbly and golden. Serve hot.

Notes

  • You can add crushed red pepper for a spicy kick.
  • Use fresh spinach for the best flavor.
  • Make ahead and reheat for quick weeknight dinners.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 shell
  • Calories: 320 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 16g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg