spinach stuffed shells

45 Pinches
Kihei, HI
Updated on Oct 9, 2011

"adopted recipe" - haven't tried it yet. but i already see i'm gonna use fresh spinach.

Ingredients

  • 1 package macaroni, large shells
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 10 ounces spinach, chopped, frozen
  • 1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/3 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1.5 cups ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 2 - eggs
  • 48 ounces spaghetti sauce
  • 8 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded

How To Make spinach stuffed shells

  • Step 1
    Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Step 2
    Cook spinach as directed on package; drain well.
  • Step 3
    Cook shells as directed; drain, cool.
  • Step 4
    In a large bowl, mix chopped onion, chicken bouillon, garlic powder, thyme, ricotta cheese, cottage cheese, eggs, and cooked spinach.
  • Step 5
    Using your hands and a large spoon, stuff shells with the mixture, and lay in rows in a 13\" x 9\" baking pan.
  • Step 6
    Spread spaghetti sauce over the shells in the pan.
  • Step 7
    Sprinkle shredded mozzarella on top.
  • Step 8
    Bake at 350 degrees for 25 - 35 minutes, until warm in the center, and mozzarella cheese has melted.

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