Delicious Homemade Stuffed Shells For A Cozy Night
A comforting dish featuring large pasta shells filled with a creamy mixture, bathed in rich tomato sauce and topped with melted cheese.
Servings: 4 servings
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Skillet
- Baking Dish
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Pasta
- 20-24 pieces Jumbo Pasta Shells Cook until al dente.
Cheese Filling
- 15 ounces Ricotta Cheese
- 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
- 2 cups Fresh Spinach Sauté until wilted.
Sauce
- 3 cups Marinara Sauce
- 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
- 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For sautéing.
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the jumbo pasta shells until al dente, about 9-11 minutes.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds.
- Add fresh spinach to the skillet and sauté until wilted, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, sautéed spinach, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Drain the pasta shells and rinse under cold water. Lay them on a towel to dry.
- Spread a cup of marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
- Fill each shell with the cheese and spinach mixture and place them in the baking dish.
- Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the filled shells and sprinkle with remaining mozzarella.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
- Let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
For variations, consider adding sautéed vegetables, proteins, or different cheeses to the filling.