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Stuffed Shells with Spinach and Ricotta

Cultural Context

Stuffed shells, originating from Italy, are a beloved comfort food that showcases the versatility of pasta. Traditionally filled with a mixture of cheeses and greens, they represent the Italian tradition of using simple, fresh ingredients to create hearty meals. Today, stuffed shells are enjoyed worldwide, often customized with various fillings and sauces, making them a popular choice for family dinners and gatherings.

ItalianITmain
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
280g Conchiglioni
700g Passata di pomodoro
500g Spinaci (freschi o surgelati)
400g Ricotta
150g Mozzarella
100g Parmigiano grattugiato
1 Uovo
Sedano
Carota
Cipolla
Aglio
Sale
Noce moscata
Olio extravergine di oliva
Basilico

ricotta cheese

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: cottage cheese

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: cream cheese

Cottage cheese reduces calories while maintaining texture.

mozzarella cheese

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: provolone cheese

Provolone cheese is often less expensive.

parmesan cheese

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: nutritional yeast

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: grana padano

Grana Padano is a more affordable cheese with similar flavor.

1

Preheat the oven.

2

Cook the Conchiglioni according to package instructions until al dente.

3

In a pan, sautรฉ chopped onion, garlic, celery, and carrot in olive oil until soft.

4

Add the spinach and cook until wilted (if using fresh) or heated through (if using frozen).

5

Mix the cooked spinach with ricotta, egg, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.

6

Stuff the Conchiglioni with the ricotta and spinach mixture.

7

In a baking dish, spread some passata di pomodoro on the bottom.

8

Arrange the stuffed Conchiglioni in the dish and cover with the remaining passata di pomodoro.

9

Top with mozzarella and Parmigiano grattugiato.

10

Bake in the oven until bubbly and golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

sautรฉingbaking

Equipment Needed

ovenpan

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milkeggswheat

Also Known As

Stuffed Pasta ShellsRicotta Spinach Shells
Local Name: Conchiglie Ripiene con Spinaci e Ricotta

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