Creamy Garlic Alfredo Shells (Printable Version)
Spinach and ricotta-stuffed shells baked in creamy garlic Alfredo, finished with bubbling mozzarella.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ For the Filling
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1 cup ricotta cheese
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1 cup chopped spinach
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1 garlic clove, minced
→ For the Pasta
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12 jumbo pasta shells
→ For Assembly
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1 1/2 cups Alfredo sauce
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1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Boil jumbo pasta shells in salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.
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In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, chopped spinach, and minced garlic. Mix until evenly incorporated.
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Fill each cooked shell with the ricotta and spinach mixture using a spoon.
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Spread a thin layer of Alfredo sauce on the bottom of a baking dish. Arrange stuffed shells in a single layer over the sauce.
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Spoon the remaining Alfredo sauce evenly over the stuffed shells. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
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Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) for 25 minutes, until hot and bubbly with lightly golden cheese.
# Additional Notes:
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Ideal for advance meal preparations; refrigerate assembled shells before baking if desired.