Spinach Ricotta Shells
Spinach Ricotta Shells are a comforting Italian classic that combines tender jumbo pasta shells with a rich filling of creamy ricotta and fresh spinach, all smothered in tangy marinara sauce and topped with melted Parmesan cheese. This dish is perfect for family dinners or gatherings, promising a delightful explosion of flavor in every bite. Easy to prepare and customize, Spinach Ricotta Shells will bring warmth and satisfaction to your table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (3 shells each) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 jumbo pasta shells
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Cook the jumbo shells according to package instructions until al dente, about 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, chopped spinach, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Stuff each shell generously with the ricotta-spinach mixture and place seam-side up in a baking dish coated with half of the marinara sauce.
- Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the shells and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil for the last 5 minutes to let the cheese bubble.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shell (130g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 40mg