Stuffed Shells (With Spinach And Cheese) Recipe

Name: Stuffed Shells (With Spinach And Cheese)
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 (8 oz); 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (8 oz); 1 cup cottage cheese; 1/4 grated parmesan cheese; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1 dash cinnamon (optional); 20 large shell noodles, cooked and drained; SAUCE; 1 (29 ounce) can tomato sauce; 1 tablespoon dried onion flakes; 1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil; 1 1/2 teaspoons parsley flakes; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper

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 (8 oz)
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (8 oz)
1 cup cottage cheese
1/4 grated parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 dash cinnamon (optional)
20 large shell noodles, cooked and drained
SAUCE
1 (29 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 tablespoon dried onion flakes
1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil
1 1/2 teaspoons parsley flakes
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

1
In a skillet, cook onion until tender.
2
Transfer to a large bowl.
3
Stir in the spinach, cream cheese, and egg.
4
Add 1 cup mozzarella, cheddar, cottage cheese, parmesan, salt, pepper, and cinnamon if desired; mix well.
5
Stuff shells and arrange in a greased 13x9x2 baking dish.
6
Combine sauce ingredients; mix well.
7
Pour over shells.
8
Cover and bake at 350 degrees for 40 minutes.
9
Uncover; sprinkle with remaining mozzarella.
10
Return to oven for 5 minutes or until cheese melts.

2597

kcal

Calories

Fat

402

Carbs

112

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
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 22 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, Stuffed Shells (With Spinach And Cheese) 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Stuffed Shells (With Spinach And Cheese)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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