Alfredo-Pancetta Stuffed Shells Recipe

Name: Alfredo-Pancetta Stuffed Shells
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Pasta & Noodles
Ingredients: 12 uncooked jumbo pasta shells; 4 ounces pancetta, finely chopped; 1 teaspoon olive oil; 1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1 carton (15 ounces) part-skim ricotta cheese; 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese; 1 large egg yolk, beaten; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1 jar (15 ounces) roasted garlic Alfredo sauce; 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Servings: persons

12 uncooked jumbo pasta shells
4 ounces pancetta, finely chopped
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 carton (15 ounces) part-skim ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 large egg yolk, beaten
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 jar (15 ounces) roasted garlic Alfredo sauce
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

1
Cook pasta shells according to package directions; drain and rinse with cold water.
2
Meanwhile, cook pancetta in oil in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels, reserving drippings. Saute the spinach, garlic and pepper flakes in drippings until spinach is wilted.
3
Transfer spinach mixture to a small bowl. Add ricotta, Parmesan cheese, egg yolk and pepper; mix well.
4
Spread 1/2 cup Alfredo sauce into a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Spoon ricotta mixture into pasta shells; place in baking dish. Pour remaining sauce over shells.
5
Cover and bake at 375u00b0 for 25 minutes. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Bake until cheese is melted, 10-15 minutes longer. Top with pancetta.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 uncooked jumbo pasta shells, 4 ounces pancetta, finely chopped, 1 teaspoon olive oil, 1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach, and more.

Yes, Alfredo-Pancetta Stuffed Shells falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Alfredo-Pancetta Stuffed Shells

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