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 14 years ago
Author Better Homes and Gardens Cookbook. This recipe is also on their website (bhg.com/recipe/pasta/spina...)
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