Stuffed Shells with Spinach and Ground Beef
These easy stuffed shells with spinach and ground beef make a hearty, family-friendly dinner that’s cheesy, comforting, and perfect for busy weeknights.
Equipment
- 1 baking dish
Ingredients
- 12 oz package jumbo pasta shells
- 1 lb ground beef
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 28 oz jar of marinara
- 1 15 oz container ricotta cheese
- 1 egg
- ½ 16 oz package of frozen spinach
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F. Boil shells in a large pot of water until al dente. 2-3 minutes less than package directions.
- In a large skillet brown ground beef until no longer pink, add minced garlic and cook until fragrant. Around 2 minutes.
- Add the jar of marinara and turn off heat.
- Spoon half of the ground beef marinara to the bottom of a large baking dish, spreading it in an even layer.
- In a large bowl mix together spinach, ricotta, eggs, and salt and pepper until combined.
- Once the cooked shells have cooled, fill the shells with the ricotta mixture. Arrange them in the baking dish on top of the marinara.
- Spoon the rest of the marinara evenly over the shells. Top with shredded mozzarella.
- Bake covered with foil for 30 minutes, then remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
- Let cool for 5-10 minutes then serve and enjoy!
Notes
- If you would like to use the entire package of frozen spinach, go for it! I have used half the bag and the whole bag before, my family prefers it with half.
- Add parmesan cheese to the ricotta mixture and on top if you have it!