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Spinach Artichoke Stuffed Shells with Marinara
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 people

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Dish

Ingredients
  

  • 12 jumbo pasta shells
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup chopped spinach, thawed and drained if frozen
  • 1/2 cup chopped artichoke hearts
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the jumbo pasta shells according to package directions until just al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking, then set aside.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, chopped spinach, chopped artichoke hearts, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and half of the Parmesan cheese. Add salt and pepper to taste and stir until evenly mixed.
  • Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce across the bottom of a baking dish. Spoon the spinach artichoke filling into each cooked shell and arrange the filled shells in a single layer over the sauce.
  • Pour the remaining cup of marinara sauce over the tops of the shells. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and the remaining Parmesan evenly across the surface.
  • Cover the dish tightly with foil and refrigerate until ready to bake. When ready, bake at 375°F for 25 to 30 minutes until the cheese is melted and the sauce is bubbling. Remove the foil for the last 5 minutes if you want a lightly browned top.

Notes

Assemble the shells up to one day ahead and keep them covered in the fridge so the pasta stays firm. If the filling seems dry after mixing, add a tablespoon of the marinara sauce to loosen it. Leftovers reheat well in a 350°F oven with a splash of extra sauce to keep the shells moist.
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Equipment: Large Pot, Mixing Bowl, Baking Dish