Spinach and ricotta stuffed shells

  • Time55 minutes
  • Serves6
  • CuisineItalian
  • DietVegetarian
  • Per servingAbout 520 cal, 26g protein

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Ingredients

  • 12 oz jumbo pasta shells
  • 15 oz ricotta
  • 10 oz frozen chopped spinach
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella
  • 2 oz parmesan
  • 1 jar marinara sauce
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

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Method

  1. Heat oven to 375°F. Cook the shells until just shy of done.
  2. Mix ricotta, thawed and squeezed spinach, egg, half the mozzarella, parmesan and seasoning.
  3. Spread half the marinara in a baking dish, fill the shells and arrange on top. Add the rest of the sauce and mozzarella.
  4. Cover and bake 25 minutes, then uncover for 10.

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