Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsElif’s KitchenBaked Stuffed Shells Recipe

Baked Stuffed Shells Recipe

Inspired by Elif’s Kitchen
Time45m
Serves4

Make Baked Stuffed Shells Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Filling and Sauce

Method

Cooking Steps

  1. 1

    Prepare the Pasta

    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Make the Filling

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, cooked spinach, egg, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.

  3. 3

    Stuff the Shells

    Carefully stuff each cooked pasta shell with the cheese filling. Place them in a baking dish in a single layer.

  4. 4

    Add Sauce

    Pour marinara sauce evenly over the stuffed shells, ensuring they are well coated.

  5. 5

    Top with Cheese

    Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top of the sauce-covered shells.

  6. 6

    Bake

    Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Let the stuffed shells cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious baked stuffed shells!

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