DINNER IN 45 MINUTES
PANTRY-FRIENDLY
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Step 1
Heat the oven to 190°C. Cook the shells until just tender, then drain and cool slightly.
DINNER IN 45 MINUTES
PANTRY-FRIENDLY
VEGETARIAN · DINNER
Spinach Ricotta Stuffed Shells
Spinach Ricotta Stuffed Shells recipe with pasta, ricotta, and spinach. A simple 45-minute dinner with clear, step-by-step instructions.
Total time45 min
YieldServes 4
DietVegetarian
Shopping11 ingredients
DifficultyEasy
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Method
5 steps · about 45 minutes total
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Step 2
Mix ricotta, spinach and egg with a pinch of salt and pepper.
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Step 3
Sauté garlic in olive oil, add tomatoes and Italian seasoning and simmer for 5 minutes.
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Step 4
Spoon some tomato sauce into a baking dish. Fill the shells with the ricotta mixture and arrange in the dish.
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Step 5
Cover with remaining sauce and mozzarella. Bake for 20 minutes until bubbling, the filling is hot throughout and the centre is set; an egg-containing filling should reach about 71°C/160°F for safety.
Before you serve
Cooking notes & good-to-know answers.
Small details for confident timing, useful swaps, and safer leftovers.
Cooking notes
Cook the eggs until they reach the doneness you prefer, following local food-safety guidance.
Reserve a little pasta water before draining; a splash can help loosen and coat the sauce.
Oven temperatures vary, so check a few minutes before the end of the suggested time.
Good to know
Serve it with a simple side that complements the main ingredients, such as a salad, cooked vegetables, bread or rice where appropriate.
Yes. A similar short pasta can usually be swapped for another short shape, while spaghetti-style pasta works best with sauces designed to coat long strands.
Refrigerate leftovers promptly in a covered container and use them according to local food-safety guidance.
About this recipe
Spinach Ricotta Stuffed Shells is a dinner idea built around pasta, ricotta, spinach, and egg. It is designed for straightforward home cooking and takes about 45 minutes, making it a useful option when you want a practical meal without a long ingredient list.
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