Cheesy Spinach Stuffed Shells (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 12-14 large pasta shells
02 - 1 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin)
03 - 1 medium onion, chopped
04 - 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
05 - 4 cups fresh spinach leaves

→ Cheese Blend

06 - 1 cup ricotta cheese
07 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella
08 - ½ cup grated Parmesan, plus extra for topping
09 - 1 large egg

→ Sauces & Spices

10 - ½ tsp salt
11 - ½ tsp ground pepper
12 - 1½ cups marinara sauce
13 - Fresh basil to garnish (optional)

# Instructions:

01 - Set your oven to 375°F and cook the pasta shells just until tender by following the instructions on the package.
02 - Add oil to a big pan and heat it up. Sauté the onion until soft (about 3-4 minutes), then toss in the garlic and cook for another minute.
03 - Add the spinach into the pan and let it cook down until it's just wilted, which only takes around 2 minutes.
04 - In a big mixing bowl, combine the cooked spinach mixture with ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, salt, and pepper.
05 - Cover the bottom of an 8x8 or 9x9 dish with half a layer of marinara sauce.
06 - Fill up each shell with the spinach-cheese mix and organize them neatly in the baking dish.
07 - Pour the rest of the marinara on top and bake for 20-30 minutes, or until everything is hot and bubbly.
08 - Sprinkle more Parmesan and some chopped basil over the top before serving it nice and warm.

# Notes:

01 - You can prepare it earlier and pop it in the fridge until baking time.
02 - It’s a fantastic meat-free option for dinner.
03 - Leftovers taste great reheated either in the microwave or oven.

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