Renee's Famous Stuffed Shells
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Renee's Famous Stuffed Shells—a timeless Italian-inspired dish that's perfect for family dinners or special occasions. This recipe features jumbo pasta shells generously filled with a creamy ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese blend, perfectly balanced with nutrient-packed spinach and a hint of garlic and basil for added depth. Nestled in a rich marinara sauce and topped with melted mozzarella, these stuffed shells are baked to golden perfection for a bubbling, cheesy masterpiece. Ready in just an hour, this easy-to-follow recipe is a crowd-pleaser, serving up to six hearty portions. Pair it with a crisp green salad or garlic bread for a complete meal that will leave everyone coming back for seconds.
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Ingredients
- 20 pieces Jumbo pasta shells
- 16 ounces Ricotta cheese
- 2 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 10 ounces Frozen spinach, thawed and drained
- 1 large Egg
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 24 ounces Marinara sauce
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the jumbo pasta shells until al dente according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, thawed and drained spinach, egg, minced garlic, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well incorporated.
Step 4
Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with the olive oil. Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce evenly across the bottom of the dish.
Step 5
Stuff each cooked pasta shell with approximately 2 tablespoons of the ricotta-spinach mixture and arrange them seam-side up in the baking dish.
Step 6
Once all the stuffed shells are arranged in the dish, pour the remaining marinara sauce evenly over the shells.
Step 7
Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the marinara sauce.
Step 8
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
Step 9
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Step 10
Let the dish cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1901.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2327.3 |
| Total Fat 154.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 80.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g | |
| Cholesterol 753.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5565.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 100.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 21.4g | |
| Protein 157.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 53.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 4731.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2086.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories