Spicy Zucchini And Ricotta Pasta Shells Recipe

Name: Spicy Zucchini And Ricotta Pasta Shells
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 medium zucchini, grated; 2 cloves garlic, crushed; 11 oz firm ricotta cheese; 1 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese; 1/3 cup pine nuts, toasted; 3 None egg yolks; 1 tbsp fresh lemon thyme leaves; 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes; 5 cups bottled tomato pasta sauce; 9 oz large pasta shells; 1/2 cup loosely packed small basil leaves

Servings: persons

3 medium zucchini, grated
2 cloves garlic, crushed
11 oz firm ricotta cheese
1 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
1/3 cup pine nuts, toasted
3 None egg yolks
1 tbsp fresh lemon thyme leaves
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
5 cups bottled tomato pasta sauce
9 oz large pasta shells
1/2 cup loosely packed small basil leaves

1
Preheat the oven to 400u00b0F. Oil a shallow 2 1/2-quart baking dish.
2
Combine the zucchini, garlic, ricotta, 3/4 cup of the Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, egg yolks, thyme and red pepper flakes in a medium bowl. Season to taste.
3
Spread the pasta sauce in the prepared dish. Spoon the zucchini mixture into the uncooked pasta shells and place in the dish. Cover with foil.
4
Bake for 30 mins. Uncover and bake for about 15 mins or until the pasta is tender and the cheese browned. Serve sprinkled with basil and remaining Parmesan cheese.

796

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 medium zucchini, grated, 2 cloves garlic, crushed, 11 oz firm ricotta cheese, 1 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese, and more.

Yes, Spicy Zucchini And Ricotta Pasta 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.

Spicy Zucchini And Ricotta Pasta Shells

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