Beyond Cheesy Stuffed Shells- Can Be OAMC! Recipe

Name: Beyond Cheesy Stuffed Shells- Can Be OAMC!
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large onion, chopped; 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, well drained; 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened; 1 egg, beaten; 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 1 cup shredded Italian cheese blend; 1 cup ricotta cheese; ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese; ¼ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon pepper; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 12 ounces jumbo pasta shells; your favorite spaghetti sauce

Servings: persons

1 large onion, chopped
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, well drained
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 egg, beaten
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Italian cheese blend
1 cup ricotta cheese
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon minced garlic
12 ounces jumbo pasta shells
your favorite spaghetti sauce

1
Preheat oven to 350F.
2
Cook onion in skillet until tender.
3
Transfer to large mixing bowl.
4
Stir in spinach, cream cheese, and egg.
5
Add 1 cup mozzarella, cheddar, Italian blend, ricotta, and parmesan cheeses, salt, pepper, and garlic.
6
Mix until well blended.
7
Stuff shells and arrange in greased 9x13 baking dish.
8
Top with sauce (I use Prego tomato & basil).
9
Cover and Bake at 350F for 40 minutes.
10
Uncover, sprinkle with remaining 1 cup mozzarella cheese and bake additional 5 minutes.
11
**I also make these ahead, put them in freezer foil dishes (leave off sauce).
12
I usually enclose a ziploc baggy with the 1 cup mozzarella to sprinkle once you cover with sauce.
13
Then, you thaw for a day in fridge, and top with sauce and bake as directed.
14
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971

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large onion, chopped, 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, well drained, 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened, 1 egg, beaten, and more.

Yes, Beyond Cheesy Stuffed Shells- Can Be OAMC! 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Beyond Cheesy Stuffed Shells- Can Be OAMC!

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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