Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Pasta Shells

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

2. 2

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside to cool.

3. 3

   In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, chopped spinach, grated parmesan cheese, egg, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.

4. 4

   Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.

5. 5

   Take each cooled pasta shell and stuff it generously with the ricotta and spinach mixture.

6. 6

   Place the stuffed shells in the baking dish on top of the sauce.

7. 7

   Pour the remaining 1 cup of marinara sauce over the stuffed shells.

8. 8

   Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the top of the shells and sauce.

9. 9

   Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.

10. 10

    Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

11. 11

    Remove from oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.