Tasty Jumbo Pasta Shells With Spinach and Cheese

Name: Tasty Jumbo Pasta Shells With Spinach and Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 18 large pasta shells; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 onion (finely chopped); 1 tablespoon dill (fresh and finely chopped); 1 (300 g) package frozen spinach (defrosted and drained); 1 lb ricotta cheese; ⅓ cup parmesan cheese; 1 egg (slightly beaten); 1 (700 ml) jar pasta sauce (any variety); 1 teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon pepper

Servings: persons

18 large pasta shells
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion (finely chopped)
1 tablespoon dill (fresh and finely chopped)
1 (300 g) package frozen spinach (defrosted and drained)
1 lb ricotta cheese
⅓ cup parmesan cheese
1 egg (slightly beaten)
1 (700 ml) jar pasta sauce (any variety)
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper

1
Cook shells according to box instructions to el dente.
2
In large saucepan, heat oil and cook onion and dill for 3-4 minutes.
3
Add spinach.
4
Cook until warm and drain any residual juice.
5
Add salt, pepper, ricotta cheese, parmesan cheese and the beaten egg.
6
Fill pasta shells with the spinach and cheese mixture.
7
Spray a 9x13 casserole dish with PAM.
8
Pour half the pasta sauce on the bottom of the dish.
9
Add the filled pasta shells and top with remaining pasta sauce.
10
Cover dish and bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.
11
Enjoy!

2080

kcal

Calories

Fat

359

Carbs

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

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 18 large pasta shells, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 onion (finely chopped), 1 tablespoon dill (fresh and finely chopped), and more.

Yes, Tasty Jumbo Pasta Shells With Spinach and Cheese 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!