spinach stuffed shells

Tacoma, WA
Updated on Jul 18, 2013

These delicious shells are a favorite with the spinach lovers in our family!

prep time 30 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Bake
yield 6

Ingredients

  • 20 - pasta shells, jumbo size
  • 1 cup onions, chopped
  • 16 ounces fresh spinach
  • 3 cups ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups panko bread crumbs, plain
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
  • dash seasoned salt
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • - cooking oil spray

How To Make spinach stuffed shells

  • Step 1
    Cook shells according to package directions. Drain and set aside. Heat cooking oil spray in a large skillet. Add onions and cook until softened. Add spinach and cook until wilted.
  • Step 2
    Press out excess moisture. Add seasoned salt. Combine ricotta, breadcrumbs, parmesean cheese and nutmeg. Add the spinach and mix gently.
  • Step 3
    Stuff each of the shells evenly with the ricotta mixture. Spread 1 cup of the marinara sauce in the bottom of a 13x9 baking dish. Arrange the shells in a single layer. and put a spoonful of the remaining sauce on each shell.
  • Step 4
    Bake until the top is golden and the shells are heated (about 30 minutes at 375') Enjoy!!

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Category: Pasta
Culture: Italian
Ingredient: Pasta
Method: Bake

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