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.

No additional tips available.

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.

Stuffed Shells (With Spinach And Cheese)

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