Spinach-Pork Stuffed Shells Recipe

Name: Spinach-Pork Stuffed Shells
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients: 6 uncooked jumbo pasta shells; 1/4 pound ground pork; 4 cups water; 3 cups torn fresh spinach; 1 egg, lightly beaten; 3 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese, divided; 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; 1 cup meatless spaghetti sauce

Servings: persons

6 uncooked jumbo pasta shells
1/4 pound ground pork
4 cups water
3 cups torn fresh spinach
1 egg, lightly beaten
3 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup meatless spaghetti sauce

1
Cook pasta shells according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small skillet, cook pork over medium heat until no longer pink; drain and set aside. In a saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add spinach; boil for 1-2 minutes or until wilted. Drain and squeeze dry; chop the spinach.
2
In a bowl, combine the pork, spinach, egg, 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese, cream, garlic, salt, nutmeg and pepper. Drain shells; stuff with the pork mixture. Spread 1/4 cup spaghetti sauce in an ungreased 1-qt. baking dish.
3
Place stuffed shells in dish; drizzle with remaining spaghetti sauce. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese. Cover and bake at 400u00b0 for 15 minutes. Uncover; bake 10-15 minutes longer or until heated through.

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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: 6 uncooked jumbo pasta shells, 1/4 pound ground pork, 4 cups water, 3 cups torn fresh spinach, and more.

Yes, Spinach-Pork 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.

Spinach-Pork Stuffed Shells

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