Cheesy Spinach-Stuffed Shells Recipe

Name: Cheesy Spinach-Stuffed Shells
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 package (12 ounces) jumbo pasta shells; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 cup sliced mushrooms; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 large eggs, lightly beaten; 1 carton (15 ounces) part-skim ricotta cheese; 1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry; 2 tablespoons minced fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1 can (4-1/4 ounces) chopped ripe olives; 1-1/2 cups shredded Italian cheese blend, divided; 1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided; 1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce; Additional minced fresh basil, optional

Servings: persons

1 package (12 ounces) jumbo pasta shells
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup sliced mushrooms
1 small onion, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 carton (15 ounces) part-skim ricotta cheese
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 can (4-1/4 ounces) chopped ripe olives
1-1/2 cups shredded Italian cheese blend, divided
1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce
Additional minced fresh basil, optional

1
Preheat oven to 375u00b0. Cook pasta shells according to package directions for al dente. Drain; rinse with cold water.
2
Meanwhile, in a small skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and onion; cook and stir until vegetables are tender, 4-6 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Remove from heat; cool slightly.
3
In a large bowl, mix eggs, ricotta cheese, spinach, basil and pepper. Stir in olives, mushroom mixture and 3/4 cup each cheese blend and mozzarella cheese.
4
Spread 1 cup sauce into a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Fill pasta shells with cheese mixture; place in baking dish, overlapping ends slightly. Spoon remaining sauce over top.
5
Bake, covered, until heated through, 40-45 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining cheeses. Bake until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes longer. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. If desired, sprinkle with additional basil.

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

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 package (12 ounces) jumbo pasta shells, 1 tablespoon butter, 1 cup sliced mushrooms, 1 small onion, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Cheesy Spinach-Stuffed Shells falls under the Vegetarian 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.

Cheesy Spinach-Stuffed Shells

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