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Spinach Ricotta Stuffed Shells

<p>Filled with a delightfully creamy blend of flavorful cheeses and fresh spinach these Spinach Ricotta Stuffed Shells make a comforting pasta dish you can freeze ahead for an easy dinner when you need it most.</p>
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Spinach Ricotta Stuffed Shells

Ingredients

  • 24 individual Jumbo/Large Shells
  • 24 fluid ounces Marinara Sauce
  • 30 ounces Ricotta Cheese
  • 2 cups chop Spinach
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 cups Parmesan Cheese, Grated
  • 1/2 teaspoons Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoons Black Pepper
  • 1/2 cups Mozzarella Cheese, Shredded

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Make It Now Cooking Directions

These directions are for cooking this recipe to serve immediately and NOT to freeze for later.

  1. Cook the pasta according to the package directions, al dente.
  2. Drain and run under cold water to cool.
  3. Spread the marinara sauce in the bottom of a large baking dish.
  4. In a bowl, combine the ricotta, spinach, garlic powder, Parmesan, salt and pepper.
  5. Spoon the mixture into the shells and place them on top of the sauce.
  6. Drizzle some of the sauce over top.
  7. Sprinkle the shells with the mozzarella.
  8. Bake at 400 until heated through, 10 to 12 minutes.

Freeze For Later Cooking Directions

These directions help you cook or prepare this meal PRIOR to being frozen for serving later (see Serving Day Directions when you are ready to prepare it to eat).

Why would I want to freeze this?

  1. Cook the pasta according to the package directions, al dente.
  2. Drain and run under cold water to cool.
  3. Spread the marinara sauce in the bottom of a large baking dish.
  4. In a bowl, combine the ricotta, spinach, garlic powder, Parmesan, salt and pepper.
  5. Spoon the mixture into the shells and place them on top of the sauce.
  6. Drizzle some of the sauce over top.
  7. Sprinkle the shells with the mozzarella.
  8. Cover with foil and freeze.

Make From Frozen Serving Day Directions

These directions help you cook or reheat this meal AFTER it's been frozen for when you are ready to eat it.

  1. Thaw: In fridge
  2. Heat oven to 400 degrees and bake for 10-12 minutes.

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