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16) Turkey and Spinach Stuffed Shells

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 20 jumbo pasta shells
  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 2 cups fresh spinach chopped
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella plus 1/2 cup for topping
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
  • 1 egg lightly beaten
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Boil shells until al dente; drain and cool.
  2. Heat oil in a skillet. Cook turkey until no pink remains. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  3. Stir in chopped spinach until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  4. Mix turkey-spinach with ricotta, egg, Parmesan, and 1 cup mozzarella.
  5. Spread 1 cup marinara in a baking dish. Stuff shells with filling and place in dish.
  6. Pour remaining marinara over shells and sprinkle with 1/2 cup mozzarella.
  7. Cover with foil and bake 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake 5 more minutes until cheese browns.