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Spinach & Ricotta Stuffed Shells
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Spinach & Ricotta Stuffed Shells

1 hServes 3Nutri-Score C€€
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Ingredients

3 people
  • conchiglioni pastaGrains180 g
  • ricottaDairy250 g
  • spinach (chopped)Produce125 g
  • mozzarella (grated or torn)Dairy135 g
  • parmesan (grated)Dairy35 g
  • onion (finely diced)Produce0.5 pieces
  • garlic (grated)Produce3 pieces
  • tomato polpaPantry400 g
  • fresh basil (chopped, plus leaves for garnish)Produce10 g
  • olive oilPantry30 ml
  • saltSpices10 g
  • black pepper (ground)Spices4 g
  • dried oreganoSpices1 g

per serving

Nutrition

493kcal

Carbs
48 g
Proteins
24 g
Fat
23 g
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Tools

  • Frying pan
  • Saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking dish
  • Grater
  • Piping bag

step by step

Method

  1. Prepare the spinach mixture

    • Dice the onion, grate the garlic and chop the spinach.
    • Heat a little olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
    Step 1
  2. Sauté the vegetables

    • Sauté the onion for a few minutes, then add the garlic and cook for about 1 minute.
    • Add the chopped spinach, season with salt and black pepper and cook until wilted.
    • Remove from the heat and let cool slightly.
    Step 2
  3. Make the filling

    • In a bowl, combine the cooked spinach mixture with the ricotta, half of the mozzarella, half of the parmesan and some chopped basil.
    • Mix until smooth and uniform, then taste and adjust the seasoning.
    Step 3
  4. Prepare the tomato sauce

    • In a clean pan, heat a little olive oil over medium heat and cook the remaining grated garlic for about 1 minute.
    • Pour in the tomato polpa, add fresh basil and a pinch of dried oregano.
    • Let it simmer briefly to combine the flavors.
    Step 4
  5. Cook the pasta

    • Cook the conchiglioni in salted boiling water until al dente, 2 minutes less than the package instructions.
    • Drain and let cool slightly.
    Step 5
  6. Fill and assemble

    • Fill each shell with the ricotta-spinach mixture using a spoon or a piping bag.
    • Spread some tomato sauce on the bottom of a baking dish and arrange the filled shells on top.
    • Pour the remaining sauce over them and sprinkle with the rest of the mozzarella and parmesan.
    Step 6
  7. Bake

    • Bake at 180 °C until the cheese melts and slightly browns.
    • Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
    Step 7