Stuffed Spinach Shells
Stuffed spinach shells are a comforting Italian-inspired dish featuring jumbo pasta shells filled with a creamy cheese and spinach mixture, topped with savory ground beef and rich spaghetti sauce. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this dish offers a delightful combination of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Cook the jumbo shells according to package instructions and drain.
- Cool the cooked spinach and pour it into a large bowl.
- Add salt, pepper, and ricotta or cottage cheese to the spinach and mix well.
- Fry the ground beef until browned and then stir in the spaghetti sauce.
- Stuff the cheese mixture into each cooked shell.
- Place the stuffed shells in a 9 x 13-inch baking pan.
- Pour the spaghetti sauce over the shells.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 30 minutes.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
338
kcal
17% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).