Description
A delightful dish of jumbo pasta shells filled with a creamy spinach and ricotta mixture, baked in marinara sauce.
Ingredients
- 12 jumbo pasta shells
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup cooked and chopped spinach
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 jar marinara sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, spinach, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until creamy.
- Fill each pasta shell generously with the cheese and spinach mixture.
- Spread a layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
- Place the filled pasta shells in the baking dish and pour the remaining marinara sauce over the top.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
Garnish with fresh basil or parsley. Serve with a side salad and garlic bread.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian