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About Ricotta & Cottage Cheese Stuffed Shells
Sink into cozy comfort with these Ricotta & Cottage Cheese Stuffed Shells, jumbo pasta shells filled with a creamy blend of ricotta, cottage cheese (for extra richness), herbs, and mozzarella, all baked in a bubbling bath of marinara. The mix of soft cheeses makes each bite heavenly and moist, while the baked sauce and melted cheese top add a golden, savory finish. Easy to assemble yet impressive on the table, this dish is ideal for a family dinner or a crowd-pleasing meal when you want homey, satisfying comfort food.
Ingredients
35 jumbo pasta shells
3 1/2 cups ricotta cheese
1 cup cottage cheese
2 - 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup spinach
1 jalapeno
10 cloves garlic
2 large green onions
1/2 cup cilantro
1/2 cup parsley
2 tablespoons of each seasoning: garlic powder, onion powder, italian seasoning
6 - 8 cups marinara sauce
Salt and pepper to taste
Olive oil or nonstick spray (for greasing the baking dish)
Preparation
01Preheat your oven to 375 F.
02Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the shells according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
03To make the filling, in a large bowl, combine the ricotta, cottage cheese, spinach, garlic, jalapeno, green onion, cilantro, parsley, and seasonings. Add salt and pepper per taste. Mix until well blended and creamy.
04Spread 1/2 cup marinara sauce on the bottom of a greased baking dish.
05Spoon the cheese mixture into each shell (about 1 heaping tablespoon per shell) and arrange them snugly in the dish.
06Pour the remaining marinara sauce evenly over the stuffed shells and spread the mozzarella cheese across the top.
07Cover loosely with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 10 minutes, until bubbly and golden on top.
08Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra fresh basil or parsley if desired.
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