Description
Stuffed pasta shells are a comforting Italian classic that combines large pasta tubes filled with a creamy, cheesy mixture and topped with rich marinara sauce. This charming dish is perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, offering both nostalgia and satisfaction in every bite. With customizable fillings and vibrant colors, these shells are sure to impress anyone at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 jumbo pasta shells
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (plus ½ cup for topping)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray or a layer of marinara sauce.
- Boil salted water and cook jumbo pasta shells until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta, mozzarella (reserve some for topping), Parmesan, spinach, salt, pepper, and basil until well combined.
- Stuff each shell generously with the cheese mixture and arrange seam-side up in the baking dish.
- Cover stuffed shells with marinara sauce and sprinkle remaining mozzarella on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly; uncover during the last few minutes for browning.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 45mg