Delicious Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Pasta Shells

This recipe for Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Pasta Shells is a mouthwatering dish that combines tender pasta shells filled with a creamy spinach and cheese mixture, baked in a flavorful tomato sauce. It's a perfect comfort food that is easy to prepare and will impress your family and friends.

Ingredients

• 20 jumbo pasta shells
• 2 cups ricotta cheese
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup chopped spinach, cooked and squeezed dry
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups marinara sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook the pasta shells according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, chopped spinach, minced garlic, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
4. Spread half of the marinara sauce over the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
5. Fill each cooked pasta shell with the spinach and cheese mixture and place them in the baking dish.
6. Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the stuffed shells.
7. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the top.
8. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
9. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and slightly golden.
10. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
11. Enjoy the delicious Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Pasta Shells!

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