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Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato and Ricotta Stuffed Shells


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  • Author: herviobloggmail-com
  • Total Time: 65 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delicious stuffed pasta dish filled with creamy ricotta, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach, topped with marinara sauce.


Ingredients

  • 12 jumbo pasta shells
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 3 cups marinara sauce
  • Fresh basil for garnish


Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, egg, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  4. Carefully stuff each cooked shell with the cheese mixture.
  5. Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
  6. Arrange the stuffed shells in the dish and pour the remaining marinara sauce over them.
  7. Sprinkle additional mozzarella on top for an extra cheesy finish.
  8. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  9. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  10. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Notes

Feel free to swap in your favorite cheeses or fresh herbs. Serve with a salad and garlic bread for a complete meal.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian