Italian Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Shells

Ingredients

• 12 oz jumbo pasta shells
• 2 cups ricotta cheese
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 10 oz frozen spinach, thawed and drained
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper

• 2 cups marinara sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

1. 01
   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. 02
   Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.
3. 03
   In a large bowl, combine ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, spinach, beaten egg, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
4. 04
   Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce over the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
5. 05
   Stuff each cooked pasta shell with the spinach and ricotta mixture, then place them in the baking dish.
6. 06
   Pour the remaining marinara sauce evenly over the stuffed shells.
7. 07
   Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the top of the sauce-covered shells.
8. 08
   Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
9. 09
   Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10. 10
    Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.