Cheesy Spinach & Mushroom-Stuffed Pasta Shells
By
Hope Vaillancourt
@MissHopie87
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Ingredients
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12dried jumbo shell macaroni
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1 pkg(10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed
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1/3 cchopped mushrooms
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2 largeeggs
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1 pkg(8 ounces) shredded italian cheese blend (2 cups)
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1 cricotta cheese
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1 jar(s)(26 to 32 ounce) pasta sauce
How to Make Cheesy Spinach & Mushroom-Stuffed Pasta Shells
- Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Rinse with cold water; drain again. Meanwhile, drain thawed spinach well, pressing out excess liquid.
- For filling, in a medium bowl beat eggs. Stir in spinach, chopped mushrooms, 1-1/2 cups of the Italian cheese blend, and the ricotta cheese. Spoon 2 rounded tablespoons of the filling into each jumbo shell. Place shells in 2-quart square baking dish. Pour pasta sauce over shells.
- Cover and bake in a 350 degree F oven about 40 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup Italian cheese blend before serving.
**Make Ahead Tip Cover casserole with plastic wrap, then foil. Chill for up to 24 hours. To serve, remove plastic wrap; cover with foil. Bake chilled shells in a 375 degree F oven for 50 to 55 minutes or until heated through.