Stuffed Shells Pasta (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Base Components
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12-14 large pasta shells
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1 tablespoon of top-quality olive oil
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1 medium onion, chopped
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2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
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4 cups of fresh spinach leaves
→ Cheese Filling
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1 cup of creamy ricotta cheese
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1 cup of shredded mozzarella
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½ cup of Parmesan, grated (plus extra for sprinkling on top)
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1 large egg
→ Seasonings & Sauce
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½ teaspoon of salt
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½ teaspoon of black pepper
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1½ cups of marinara sauce
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Optional: Fresh basil leaves for garnish
# Instructions:
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Heat your oven to 375°F and cook the pasta shells just until tender using the directions from the package.
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Take a large skillet, warm up the olive oil, and cook the onion for around 3-4 minutes. Then, toss in the garlic and let it cook for one more minute.
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Add the spinach to the skillet and keep cooking it for about 2 minutes until it softens and wilts.
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Take a large mixing bowl and mix together the spinach mixture, ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, salt, and pepper.
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Cover the bottom of an 8x8 or 9x9 baking dish with a layer of marinara sauce (about half of it).
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Spoon the cheesy spinach filling into the shells and arrange them in the baking dish over the marinara layer.
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Pour the rest of the sauce on top, then bake for 20-30 minutes until warm and bubbly.
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Sprinkle with grated Parmesan and fresh basil if you like, then serve while hot.
# Notes:
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You can prep this in advance and store it in the fridge until it's time to bake.
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A fantastic vegetarian option for a main dish.
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Leftovers reheat well in the oven or even the microwave.