Spinach-stuffed pasta shells
Recipe by12 dried jumbo shell macaroni
10-ounce package frozen chopped spinach, thawed (Recommend 1/2 the Amount)
2 eggs
8-ounce package shredded Italian cheese blend (2 cups)
1 cup ricotta cheese
26 to 32-ounce jar pasta sauce
Prep. Time → 25 min
Cook Time → 40 min
1. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Rinse with cold water; drain again. Meanwhile, drain thawed spinach well, pressing out excess liquid.
2. For filling, in a medium bowl beat eggs. Stir in spinach, 1-1/2 cups of the Italian cheese blend, and the ricotta cheese. Spoon 2 rounded tablespoons of the filling into each jumbo shell. Place shells in 2-quart square baking dish. Pour pasta sauce over shells.
3. Cover and bake in a 350 degree F oven about 40 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup Italian cheese blend before serving.
4. Make-ahead directions: Cover casserole with plastic wrap, then foil. Chill for up to 24 hours. To serve, remove plastic wrap; cover with foil. Bake chilled shells in a 375 degree F oven for 50 to 55 minutes or until heated through.
main courses, pasta, vegetarian, italian, spinach July 06, 2011 18:00
Author Better Homes and Gardens Cookbook. This recipe is also on their website (bhg.com/recipe/pasta/spina...)
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