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Pull-Apart Cheesy Stuffed Shells

Pull-Apart Cheesy Stuffed Shells

Party Perfect! These Pull-Apart Cheesy Stuffed Shells are a great appetizer or main dish for your next pasta night. They are sure to be a crowd-pleaser. 
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Course: Recipes
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 19 servings
Calories: 130kcal
Author: Jennifer
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes

Ingredients
 

  • 16 oz ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded (divided)
  • 1 cup spinach, cooked
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 1 Tbsp dried oregano
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 Tbsp dried basil
  • salt & pepper
  • 1 lb jumbo pasta shells, cooked
  • 1 jar marinara sauce, divided

Directions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. In a pie pan, pour a layer of marinara sauce in the bottom of the dish. 
  • In a medium bowl, mix 1 cup shredded mozzarella, ricotta, Parmesan, spinach, oregano, basil, garlic, salt and pepper until smooth. 
  • One at a time, unfold the jumbo shell and stuff it with 1-2 Tbsp of cheese filling. Place stuffed shells cheese side up in a spiral pattern on top of the marinara sauce. 
  • Spoon more marinara in between shells then top dish with mozzarella cheese. 
  • Bake 15 minutes until the sauce is bubbly and the cheese is golden brown. 

Notes

If serving as an appetizer, pull apart with fingers. 

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1 grams | Calories: 130 kcal
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