Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (240g) ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups (100g) fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1/2 cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 large (50g) egg
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 12-15 jumbo pasta shells (about 250g)
  • 2 cups (480ml) marinara sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) dried oregano
  • Additional 1/2 cup (50g) grated mozzarella cheese (for topping)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Boil water in a large pot. Add shells and cook until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, spinach, Parmesan, egg, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  4. In a saucepan, combine marinara sauce with dried basil and oregano. Heat gently.
  5. Spoon the filling into each shell generously.
  6. Spread half of the marinara sauce on the bottom of the baking dish. Place stuffed shells in the dish and cover with remaining sauce.
  7. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the top.
  8. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes or until cheese is bubbly.
  9. Let sit for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!