CHEESY SPINACH-STUFFED SHELLS
This is my own personal recipe. I'm very proud of it because I am still a beginner cook and it was the first recipe I created. You can adjust it to your liking by doubling the spinach or adding some meat. -Laci Hooten, McKinney, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h30m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°. Cook pasta shells according to package directions for al dente. Drain; rinse with cold water., Meanwhile, in a small skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and onion; cook and stir until vegetables are tender, 4-6 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Remove from heat; cool slightly., In a large bowl, mix eggs, ricotta cheese, spinach, basil and pepper. Stir in olives, mushroom mixture and 3/4 cup each cheese blend and mozzarella cheese., Spread 1 cup sauce into a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Fill pasta shells with cheese mixture; place in baking dish, overlapping ends slightly. Spoon remaining sauce over top., Bake, covered, until heated through, 40-45 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining cheeses. Bake until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes longer. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. If desired, sprinkle with additional basil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 313 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 642mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CHEESY SPINACH STUFFED SHELLS
Want comfort food on demand? These family-friendly baked shells can be assembled ahead and refrigerated or frozen so they're ready to pop in the oven with no day-of work.
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- For the sauce, combine all the ingredients in a medium saucepan and bring to a simmer. Continue simmering for 10-15 minutes. Remove from the heat.
- While the sauce simmers, in a large pot of boiling, salted water, cook the pasta shells al dente according to package directions. Drain and immediately place them in an even layer on paper towels or parchment.
- For the filling, in a medium bowl, stir together the cottage cheese, ricotta cheese, salt, pepper, parsley, oregano and basil. Add the spinach and mix until combined. Stir in the cheeses.
- Lightly grease a 9X13-inch pan with cooking spray and preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Spoon about half of the sauce on the bottom of the prepared pan and spread evenly. Fill each pasta shell with an even amount of the filling (about 1/4 cup per shell, more or less) and place the shells on top of the sauce in the pan - making three rows of eight shells.
- Pour the remaining sauce evenly over the top of the shells. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 35-40 minutes. Uncover and bake five or so more minutes. Remove the pan from the oven and let the shells sit for 5-10 minutes before serving.
EASY CHEESY SPINACH
Steps:
- Heat the butter in a 12-inch saute pan over moderate heat. Add the onions and cook until soft, about 8 minutes. Whisk in the cream cheese and let melt. Fold in the spinach until evenly combined. Add up to 3 tablespoons water if the mixture seems too dry. Sprinkle the nutmeg on top and season with salt and pepper.
- BYOC: Lemon zest and juice would bring a little bit of sunshine to this dish. Just add with the salt and pepper.
QUICK SHELLS AND CHEESE
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 16m
Yield 8 to 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook the pasta according to the package directions.
- Heat the milk and butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the cheeses and stir until melted. Stir in the pepper, salt and seasoned salt. Drain the pasta, and stir it into the cheese sauce. Serve immediately.
CHEESY STUFFED SHELLS
Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 2h15m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Make the sauce: Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the carrot, zucchini, onion and celery and saute until soft but not brown, 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the basil, oregano, tomato paste, crushed tomatoes and 2 cups water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Meanwhile, prepare the shells: Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook for 8 minutes; drain. Mix the tofu, spinach, cottage cheese, parmesan, 1/2 cup mozzarella, the egg and garlic in a medium bowl and season with salt and pepper.
- Mist a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Spread about 1 cup of the sauce in the dish. Stuff the cheese mixture into the shells and place in the baking dish, open-side up. Pour the remaining sauce over the shells. Cover tightly with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover, sprinkle with the remaining 1 cup mozzarella and bake for 15 minutes. Let cool slightly before serving.
SPINACH AND GOAT CHEESE SHELLS
Adapted from Fresh and Healthy DASH Diet Cooking: 101 Delicious Recipes for Lowering Blood Pressure, Losing Weight and Feeling Great by Andrea Lynn. These creamy, cheesy shells are cloaked in Cheddar, mozzarella and low-sodium tomato sauce. I used goat dairy (easier to digest) and changed proportions of the basic elements to use what I had on hand.
Provided by YummySmellsca
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h30m
Yield 32 shells, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350F and grease two 9 x13" oblong pans + a 9" square pan.
- Pour a thin layer of sauce on the bottom of the pan, set aside.
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add the 2 tbsp of kosher salt.
- Add the pasta and cook 8-9 minutes (it will not be completely done). Drain well.
- In a large bowl, mash the tofu with the ¼ tsp kosher salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic, leeks, oregano, thyme, parsley, half of each cheese, spinach and 1 cup of the marinara sauce.
- Spoon mixture into the shells, placing them in the prepared pan as you go.
- Sprinkle with remaining cheese and pour remaining marinara overtop.
- Bake for 40 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
CHEESY SHELLS AND GREENS
This makes a nice meatless dinner for four. Feel free to add a crispy bread crumb topping to this dish by pulsing 4 slices of bread in a food processor to form coarse crumbs. Stir in 1/4 cup finely chopped flat-leaf parsley and 2 T olive oil. Sprinkle over the pasta before broiling. Recipe is from Woman's Day.
Provided by CookingONTheSide
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook the pasta according to package directions.
- Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the flour and cook, stirring for 2 minutes; whisk in the milk.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, 5 minutes.
- Whisk in the mustard, nutmeg, cayenne, if using, 1 cup Cheddar, 1/2 t salt and 1/4 t pepper.
- Add the pasta and spinach and toss to combine.
- Heat broiler; transfer the mixture to a 1 1/2 quart broiler-proof baking dish or four 12 ounce ramekins.
- Sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup cheddar and broil until golden brown, 3-4 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 627, Fat 23.9, SaturatedFat 14.3, Cholesterol 70.3, Sodium 460.1, Carbohydrate 74.2, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 3, Protein 29
CHEESY BEEF AND SPINACH MANICOTTI
The filling amount should be plenty to stuff 14 shells with maybe a small amount left over --- to remove the bitterness from the spinach, cook firstly according to package directions --- to save time you may cook the ground beef/spinach mixture up to step #4 and refrigerate for up to 2 days. For easier stuffing, warm the mixture in the microwave to just room temperature before adding in the mozzarella cheese and eggs, then proceed with recipe as stated --- ground beef or bulk Italian sausage may be used successfully. This recipe was developed and tested using both on different occasions. I prefer the Italian sausage meat, you could use half of each if desired --- also see my recipe #72308.
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Manicotti
Time 1h40m
Yield 14 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Grease two 9-inch baking pans.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat stirring with wooden spoon cook the ground beef or bulk sausage meat with the onion until browned breaking up the meat while cooking (about 10-12 minutes the meat should be lightly browned) drain fat.
- Add in garlic and cook, stirring for 2 minutes.
- Transfer to a bowl then mix in the drained spinach, Parmesan cheese and ricotta cheese; set aside to cool (about 10-15 minutes).
- When the ground beef is cool add in mozzarella cheese, eggs, seasoned salt and black pepper mix well to combine, at this point you may season with more salt and pepper if desired and if you want more garlic flavor add in some garlic powder to the mixture.
- Spread about 1/4 to 1/3 cup marinara sauce onto the bottom of each baking pan.
- Carefully stuff each noodle with the beef mixture then place in one layer in the baking dish (you should have 7 in each dish).
- FOR ONE PAN; drizzle about 1-1/2 cups (or more) marinara sauce over shells, sprinkle about 3/4 cup or more of mozzarella cheese over sauce, then sprinkle with 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese on top; repeat with remaining pan.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (oven rack to to lowest position).
- Cover each pan with foil and bake 25 minutes, uncover and continue baking for another 8 minutes (allow to sit for about 15 minutes before serving).
CHEESY BROCCOLI SPINACH AND MUSHROOMS WITH SHELLS
This is a vegetable pasta dish extraordinare! A half package of frozen spinach is all you need for this dish, if desired use a 6-ounce package of fresh baby spinach leaves in place of frozen.
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Pasta Shells
Time 1h10m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Set oven to 375 degrees.
- Butter a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl toss the cooked shells, cooked broccoli and spinach with 1-2 tablespoons oil; set aside.
- In a heavy saucepan melt butter over medium heat; add in onion and saute for about 5 minutes (adding in the garlic if using the last 2-3 minutes of cooking).
- Add in mushrooms; cook for about 5-6 minutes or until they release their moisture.
- Add in flour; stir for 1 minute.
- Gradually add in milk; cook stirring/whisking constantly for about 8 minutes.
- Add in 1-1/2 cups shredded cheese, whipping cream, nutmeg, stirring over low heat until the cheese melts, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Pour over the shells and veggies in the bowl; toss to coat and transfer to baking dish.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese (as much as desired).
- Bake for about 40-45 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 444, Fat 28.2, SaturatedFat 16.4, Cholesterol 84.3, Sodium 254.6, Carbohydrate 33.4, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 5.4, Protein 17.1
SPINACH-AND-CHEESE STUFFED SHELLS
Make a weeknight dinner that stands out when you introduce these Spinach-and-Cheese Stuffed Shells to the table. Ricotta, Parmesan and Mozzarella team up for this extra cheesy Spinach-and-Cheese Stuffed Shells recipe.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Dairy
Time 50m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F.
- Pour 1 cup pasta sauce into 8-inch square baking dish sprayed with cooking spray.
- Whisk egg white and milk in medium bowl until blended. Add spinach, ricotta and Parmesan; mix well.
- Spoon spinach mixture into pasta shells, adding about 2 Tbsp. to each shell; place in prepared baking dish. Pour remaining pasta sauce over shells; cover.
- Bake 15 min. Sprinkle with mozzarella; bake, uncovered, 15 min. or until mozzarella is melted and shells are heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 340, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Sodium 530 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 25 g
STUFFED SHELLS RECIPE
Make a marvelous, melty Italian staple with our cheesy Stuffed Shells Recipe! Cottage cheese, mozzarella and Parmesan star in this stuffed shells recipe. Warm up tonight with this Stuffed Shells Recipe.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Healthy Living Dinner Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 5 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400°F.
- Mix pasta sauce and tomatoes until blended; spread half onto bottom of 13x9-inch baking dish sprayed with cooking spray.
- Combine cottage cheese, spinach, Parmesan, seasoning and 1/2 cup mozzarella; spoon into pasta shells. Place in prepared baking dish; top with remaining pasta sauce mixture. Cover.
- Bake 25 min. or until heated through. Top with remaining mozzarella; bake, uncovered, 2 min. or until melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 390, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 1020 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 26 g
CHEESY BAKED UN-STUFFED SHELLS WITH SPINACH & ARTICHOKES
The flavor of stuffed shells without all the rich sauce and all the work of stuffing the shells, and a nice blend of artichokes and spinach to lighten the dish up a bit. But it is still a hearty casserole and will serve 4 main plates or 8 side dishes. It is just a nice twist on a traditional baked pasta dish.
Provided by SarasotaCook
Categories Pasta Shells
Time 50m
Yield 4-8 , 4-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Pasta -- Cook according to package directions in salted water, but a bit al dente as it will continue to cook in the oven. Drain well and add to a large mixing bowl and drizzle with 1 teaspoon of the olive oil and toss. (Remember to save 1 cup of the pasta water).
- Onion, Garlic and Spinach -- So you don't dirty another dish. Add the remaining olive oil to the pot you cooked the pasta in and add the onion, garlic, red pepper flakes and cook 2 minutes on medium heat. Add in the artichokes and spinach (breaking up the spinach as you add it); stir well and remove from the heat and let cool a few minutes. Then transfer to the bowl with the pasta and lightly toss.
- Filling -- In a smaller bowl, add the ricotta, egg, nutmeg, Italian seasoning, pepper, 3/4 cup of the fontina cheese, 1/4 cup of the parmesan, and 1/2 cup of the pasta water and mix well. Add this mixture to your pasta and toss. If it seems a bit dry, add the remaining pasta water. At this point taste to see if you need to add any additional seasoning. The cheese is salty which is why I don't add salt right away. But season according to your taste.
- Casserole -- In a 13x9 casserole dish or pan, spray with non-stick spray or Pam add your pasta mixture. Add the remaining fontina and parmesan cheese. Cover with foil and bake in a 375 degree oven for 15 minutes. Remove the foil and cook another 15 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Serve -- I love a fresh tomato, cucumber, and olive salad with a basil vinaigrette for a simple light side. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 987.9, Fat 39.4, SaturatedFat 21.5, Cholesterol 167.2, Sodium 761.7, Carbohydrate 109, Fiber 15.4, Sugar 7, Protein 51.5
CHEESY STUFFED SHELLS
This is a delicious baked pasta dish with large shells filled with meat, spinach and cheese that children always seem to love. It is kind of a 'spaghetti that behaves itself!'
Provided by Kimber
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 1h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add shells and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and rinse in cold water.
- Place sausage in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium-high heat until evenly brown. Drain and crumble. In a large bowl, combine cooked sausage, spinach, ricotta cheese, egg, garlic, lemon juice and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt, pepper and oregano.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Stuff pasta shells with the sausage and cheese mixture and place in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Top with spaghetti sauce and mozzarella cheese.
- Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes or until the pasta is heated through and the cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 461.2 calories, Carbohydrate 51.9 g, Cholesterol 69.1 mg, Fat 18.4 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 21.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 741.3 mg, Sugar 6.1 g
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