Ingredients
Scale
- 20 large pasta shells
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup chopped fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta shells in boiling salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a bowl, combine ricotta, chopped spinach, Parmesan, egg, salt, and pepper.
- Fill each shell with the ricotta mixture and place in a baking dish.
- Spread marinara sauce over the shells and drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can add a pinch of red pepper flakes for heat.
- Use fresh spinach for the best flavor and texture.
- Make ahead and refrigerate before baking for a quick weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shell
- Calories: 320 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 55mg