Cheesy Spinach Stuffed Shells

Cheesy Spinach Stuffed Shells

6 servings
These cheesy spinach stuffed shells are a family favorite! Rock your weeknight dinner routine by making the shells in advance. The leftovers are amazing and can be enjoyed all week long!

Ingredients

  • uncooked large pasta shells
    24
  • salt and drizzle of oil to help prevent shells from sticking and season the water
  • spaghetti sauce

    or as needed

    48 oz
  • diced onion)

    (white or yellow

    2 c
  • garlic)

    (smashed and minced

    3 cloves
  • fresh baby spinach

    chopped

    5 oz
  • whole milk ricotta cheese
    16 oz
  • heaping cup freshly grated parmesan cheese)

    (approx. 2 oz

    1
  • italian seasoning blend)

    (i love using salt-free mrs. dash

    1 tsp
  • garlic powder
    1 tsp
  • dried parsley
    1 tsp
  • dried basil
    1 tsp
  • crushed red pepper flakes
    ½ tsp
  • dried oregano
    ½ tsp
  • salt and pepper
    to taste
  • eggs)

    (for a fluffier ricotta filling

    1 large
  • freshly grated mozzarella cheese
    1 c

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.

  2. 2

    Prepare 1-2 large glass baking dishes with a one-inch layer of spaghetti sauce on the bottom. For saucy shells, feel free to add extra sauce. I usually add extra!

  3. 3

    Boil shells for approx 11 min or until tender/al dente. Drain and set aside.

  4. 4

    While the noodles boil, prep your veggies. Dice onion, mince garlic, and chop spinach. Measure out all remaining ingredients for easy cooking/assembly.

  5. 5

    Sauté onions and garlic together on medium-high heat in a small pan.

  6. 6

    Fold together ricotta, grated parmesan cheese, chopped spinach and all your herbs and spices.

  7. 7

    Add sautéed veggies and mix well. If a thicker filling is desired, add 1-2 gently whisked eggs to the filling and mix.

  8. 8

    Spoon filling into th shells, placing each shell atop your spaghetti sauced casserole dish.

  9. 9

    If desired, drizzle extra sauce on top or leave tops of shells bare to showcase the filling.

  10. 10

    Top with mozzarella cheese and an extra sprinkling of parmesan cheese if desired. For extra flavor, I also like to sprinkle some additional red pepper flakes and dried basil on top of the cheese.

  11. 11

    Cover lightly with foil and bake for 20-30 minutes or until filling is hot and sauce is bubbling. If cheese has not melted, remove foil at the end and bake an additional 5-10 minutes if needed.

Cheesy Spinach Stuffed Shells

Cheesy Spinach Stuffed Shells

60 min6 servings396 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving a comforting weeknight dinner that the whole family will adore? These Cheesy Spinach Stuffed Shells are a timeless classic, designed to simplify your routine and delight everyone at the table. This recipe for cheesy spinach stuffed shells is explicitly called a "family favorite" for a reason.

This recipe shines as a truly adaptable main dish, promising deliciousness not only on the first night but as amazing leftovers throughout the week. The magic lies in a rich, fluffy ricotta filling, elevated with a blend of cheeses and savory seasonings, making it incredibly satisfying. The ability to make the shells in advance further simplifies your weeknight dinner routine.

You're in for a truly decadent experience with these stuffed shells. Each large pasta shell cradles a generous portion of creamy, savory ricotta, parmesan, and mozzarella cheese mixture, balanced by fresh spinach and aromatic herbs like Italian seasoning, basil, and oregano. The dish emerges from the oven bubbling with rich spaghetti sauce and melted cheese, creating a comforting main dish that's both hearty and flavorful. With 396 calories per serving, it's a satisfying meal perfect for a family dinner.

While the recipe calls for diced white or yellow onion, feel free to use whichever you have on hand. The generous amount of spaghetti sauce (48 oz) allows you to adjust it to your preferred sauciness. For an extra kick, you can always increase the crushed red pepper flakes, or dial them back for a milder flavor profile. The blend of dried herbs including Italian seasoning, garlic powder, parsley, basil, and oregano forms the aromatic backbone, making it easy to lean into your favorite Italian flavors.

These Cheesy Spinach Stuffed Shells are a fantastic choice for a comforting family weeknight dinner. They're also perfect for making ahead, ensuring you have a delicious and easy meal ready when you need it most.

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