Ingredients for Cheesy Spinach Shells
- Cooking Oil
- 1/2 medium yellow onion, finely chopped (optional)
- 10 ounces fresh spinach, chopped
- Cottage Cheese
- Breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt And Pepper
- 1 large egg
- 26 ounces (1.5 jars) spaghetti sauce
- 1 pound jumbo pasta shells
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How to Make Cheesy Spinach Shells
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook jumbo pasta shells according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, sauté the garlic in olive oil until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add the spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in the ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- In a 9x13 inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of spaghetti sauce.
- Fill each cooked pasta shell with the ricotta and spinach mixture.
- Arrange the filled shells in the baking dish, ensuring they are evenly spaced.
- Pour the remaining spaghetti sauce over the shells.
- Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the sauce is heated through.
- Let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
38 g
Sugar
39g
Fat
24g
Carbs
7g
