Vegetarian Stuffed Shells – Easy, Healthy & Family-Friendly
These Easy Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Shells are a comforting vegetarian dinner featuring tender pasta shells filled with creamy ricotta and spinach, baked in rich marinara sauce until bubbly and golden. A healthy, hearty meal perfect for any night!
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
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20 jumbo pasta shells
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15 oz ricotta cheese
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1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella (plus 1 cup for topping)
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1 egg
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5 cups fresh spinach (or 10 oz frozen, thawed & drained)
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tbsp olive oil
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3 cups marinara sauce
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Salt, pepper & nutmeg to taste
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Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook shells until al dente; drain and cool.
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Sauté garlic and spinach in olive oil until wilted; chop finely.
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Mix ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, spinach, and seasonings in a bowl.
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Spread 1 cup marinara in a 9×13-inch dish.
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Fill each shell with 2 tbsp filling; arrange in dish.
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Top with remaining marinara and cheese.
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Cover with foil; bake 25 minutes. Uncover and bake 10–15 minutes more.
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Garnish with herbs and serve warm.