Hello everyone and welcome back to a_blogger_with_taste! Today, I’m excited to share a delightful new recipe that’s bursting with flavor: Creamy Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Shells. This dish combines tender pasta shells with a rich, cheesy filling and a zesty marinara sauce that’s perfect for a cozy dinner.
Ingredients:
For the stuffed shells:
12 large pasta shells
1 cup ricotta cheese
1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 egg
Salt and pepper to taste
For the marinara sauce:
2 tbsp olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (400g) crushed tomatoes
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions:
Cook the shells – Boil the pasta shells in salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.
Prepare the filling – In a bowl, combine the ricotta, chopped spinach, grated Parmesan, half of the mozzarella, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
Stuff the shells – Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Using a spoon, fill each pasta shell with the ricotta mixture and place them in a greased baking dish.
Make the marinara sauce – In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the onion until translucent, then add garlic and cook for another minute. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, oregano, sugar, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes to develop the flavors.
Assemble and bake – Pour half of the marinara sauce over the stuffed shells, then spoon the remaining sauce on top. Sprinkle the rest of the mozzarella cheese over everything. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Serve – Garnish with fresh basil leaves and enjoy your delicious stuffed shells!
Pro Tip:
For an extra layer of flavor, mix in some sautéed mushrooms or roasted red peppers into the ricotta filling!
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