Cheesy Spinach Delight Shells: Easy Comfort Food for Everyone
Enjoy a hearty and delicious meal with cheesy spinach delight shells, perfect for any occasion.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 pound large pasta shells
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the pasta shells according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine spinach, ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Stuff each pasta shell with the cheese and spinach mixture.
- Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce at the bottom of a baking dish.
- Place the stuffed shells in the dish and cover with remaining marinara sauce.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a creamy version, add cream cheese to the cheese mixture.
- Can be made ahead and refrigerated before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Cheesy Spinach Delight Shells, comfort food, easy recipes