Stuffed Shells Recipe

Name: Stuffed Shells
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 10 oz. jumbo pasta shells; 16 oz. skim Ricotta cheese; 1/4 to 1/2 c. Parmesan cheese; 1 1/2 c. grated low-fat Mozzarella cheese; 1 head fresh leaf lettuce; 3 to 4 large mushrooms; 1/4 medium onion; 1 Tbsp. corn oil; 1 tsp. garlic; 1/2 tsp. thyme; 1 tsp. sage; 1 tsp. basil; dash of pepper; 8 oz. tomato sauce

Servings: persons

10 oz. jumbo pasta shells
16 oz. skim Ricotta cheese
1/4 to 1/2 c. Parmesan cheese
1 1/2 c. grated low-fat Mozzarella cheese
1 head fresh leaf lettuce
3 to 4 large mushrooms
1/4 medium onion
1 Tbsp. corn oil
1 tsp. garlic
1/2 tsp. thyme
1 tsp. sage
1 tsp. basil
dash of pepper
8 oz. tomato sauce

1
Put shells in boiling water (20 minutes).
2
Meanwhile, clean spinach.
3
Remove stems and place in tightly lidded pan (do not add water).
4
Cook on low to medium heat.
5
Heat until limp.
6
Chop. Slice mushrooms and onions.
7
Saute in 1 tablespoon corn oil.
8
Add garlic while sauteing.
9
Add tomato sauce and remainder of spices.
10
Simmer until everything else is ready.
11
(Be creative with the spices, do your own thing.)
12
Combine chopped spinach, Ricotta and Parmesan.
13
Mix well.
14
Drain shells.
15
Lightly oil pan.
16
Stuff shells with cheese mixture.
17
When finished, cover with tomato sauce and Mozzarella cheese.
18
Bake at 350u00b0 for 30 minutes.
19
Feeds about 4 people as an entree.

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 10 oz. jumbo pasta shells, 16 oz. skim Ricotta cheese, 1/4 to 1/2 c. Parmesan cheese, 1 1/2 c. grated low-fat Mozzarella cheese, and more.

Yes, 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Stuffed Shells

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