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Ricotta Stuffed Shells

These Spinach & Ricotta Stuffed Shells are topped with marinara and baked until tender and gooey.

COOK PASTA

01

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Cook pasta until al dente according to package directions.

SAUTE ONION 

02

Heat oil in a large skillet. Add onion and cook until tender about 3-4 minutes. Add in garlic and cook for an additional minute.

ADD SPINACH

03

Add the spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.

MAKE FILLING

04

Transfer the spinach mixture to a large bowl and add in ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, salt and pepper. Stir to combine.

SPREAD SAUCE

05

Spread about 1/2 of the sauce in the bottom of a 8 x8 or 9 x 9 baking dish.

STUFF SHELLS

06

Stuff shells with the spinach cheese mixture and place in the baking dish.

ADD MORE SAUCE

07

Top with the remaining sauce and bake for 20-30 minutes or until warmed through.

Serve immediately with basil and parmesan cheese!

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