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turkey and spinach stuffed shells

Turkey and Spinach Stuffed Shells: 7 Comforting Secrets


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Delicious stuffed pasta shells filled with turkey and spinach.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 12 jumbo pasta shells
  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook pasta shells according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a skillet, cook ground turkey over medium heat until browned.
  4. Add chopped spinach, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until spinach is wilted.
  5. In a bowl, mix turkey mixture, ricotta cheese, egg, and half of the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
  6. Stuff each pasta shell with the turkey mixture.
  7. Spread half of the marinara sauce in a baking dish.
  8. Place stuffed shells in the dish and top with remaining marinara sauce and cheese.
  9. Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly.

Notes

  • You can substitute ground turkey with chicken or beef.
  • Use fresh or frozen spinach as per availability.
  • Adjust cheese quantities based on preference.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 stuffed shell
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

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