Healthy Seasonal Recipes Healthy Spring Recipes Healthy Spring Dinner Recipes Healthy Spring Casserole Recipes Spinach & Cheese Stuffed Shells 4.4 (11) 10 Reviews Our stuffed shells are filled with spinach, sautéed onions and part-skim ricotta and topped with prepared marinara sauce and Parmesan cheese. The shells hold and reheat well, which makes them great for entertaining. By EatingWell Test Kitchen EatingWell Test Kitchen The EatingWell Test Kitchen is comprised of a group of culinary professionals who develop and test our recipes. Our recipes go through a rigorous process, which includes testing by trained recipe testers, using different equipment (e.g., gas and electric stoves) and a variety of tools and techniques to make sure that it will really work when you make it at home. Testers shop major supermarkets to research availability of ingredients. Finally, a Registered Dietitian reviews each recipe to ensure that we deliver food that's not only delicious, but adheres to our nutrition guidelines as well. Learn more about our food philosophy and nutrition parameters. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on September 20, 2023 Tested by EatingWell Test Kitchen Tested by EatingWell Test Kitchen The EatingWell Test Kitchen is comprised of a group of culinary professionals who develop and test our recipes. Our recipes go through a rigorous process, which includes testing by trained recipe testers, using different equipment (e.g., gas and electric stoves) and a variety of tools and techniques to make sure that it will really work when you make it at home. Testers shop major supermarkets to research availability of ingredients. Finally, a Registered Dietitian reviews each recipe to ensure that we deliver food that's not only delicious, but adheres to our nutrition guidelines as well. Learn more about our food philosophy and nutrition parameters. Meet the EatingWell Test Kitchen Rate PRINT Share Cook Time: 1 hr 15 mins Additional Time: 45 mins Total Time: 2 hrs Servings: 6 Yield: 6 servings Nutrition Profile: High-Calcium Bone-Health Healthy Pregnancy Healthy Aging Healthy Immunity Low-Sodium Vegetarian High-Protein Low-Calorie Jump to Nutrition Facts Ingredients 24 jumbo pasta shells, (8 ounces) 1 ½ teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 onions, finely chopped 2 pounds fresh spinach, trimmed and washed, or two 10-ounce packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry 2 cups part-skim ricotta cheese ⅔ cup plain dry breadcrumbs ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, divided ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg ⅛ teaspoon salt Freshly ground pepper, to taste 1 large egg white, lightly beaten 3 cups prepared marinara sauce, preferably low-sodium Directions Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Cook shells in a large pot of boiling water, stirring often, until just tender, about 15 minutes or according to package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 3 minutes. If using fresh spinach, add it in batches and toss with tongs until wilted. Drain in a colander, pressing out excess moisture with the back of a spoon. Let cool. If using thawed frozen, add it to the onions and toss to mix well. Set aside. Combine ricotta, breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup Parmesan and nutmeg in a bowl; mix well. Add the reserved spinach and season with salt and pepper. Stir in egg white. Stuff each of the reserved shells with a generous 2 tablespoons of the ricotta mixture. Spread 1 cup marinara sauce in the bottom of a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Arrange the stuffed shells in a single layer. Top with the remaining 2 cups of the sauce and sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese. Bake until the top is golden and the shells are heated through, about 30 minutes. (If the top browns too quickly, tent loosely with foil.) Let cool for 10 minutes before serving. Originally appeared: EatingWell Magazine, January/February 1997 Rate It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 439 Calories 13g Fat 58g Carbs 25g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 6 Calories 439 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 58g 21% Dietary Fiber 7g 26% Total Sugars 9g Added Sugars 3g 6% Protein 25g 49% Total Fat 13g 16% Saturated Fat 6g 29% Cholesterol 31mg 10% Vitamin A 14761IU 295% Vitamin C 50mg 56% Folate 441mcg 110% Sodium 569mg 25% Calcium 489mg 38% Iron 8mg 43% Magnesium 160mg 38% Potassium 1087mg 23% Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs. Powered by the ESHA Research Database © 2018, ESHA Research, Inc. All Rights Reserved