Cheesy Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Pasta Shells | Italian Comfort Food

Name: Cheesy Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Pasta Shells | Italian Comfort Food
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 12–15 jumbo pasta shells (about 1/2 a box); 2 cups ricotta cheese; 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (divided); 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 large egg; 2 cups fresh spinach (roughly chopped) or 1 cup frozen spinach (thawed and drained); 2 cloves garlic (minced); 2 cups marinara sauce; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning; Salt; freshly ground black pepper; Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)

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Jumbo pasta shells filled with creamy ricotta, spinach, and cheese blend, then baked in marinara sauce for a satisfying Italian comfort meal.

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Ingredients

12–15 jumbo pasta shells (about 1/2 a box)
2 cups ricotta cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 large egg
2 cups fresh spinach (roughly chopped) or 1 cup frozen spinach (thawed and drained)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
2 cups marinara sauce
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt
freshly ground black pepper
Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)