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High Protein Stuffed Shells: A Delicious and Nutritious Meal for Any Occasion

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 550
Enjoy these hearty stuffed shells packed with protein, spinach, and flavorful cheeses for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Oil & Ground Meat

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground turkey

Sauces & Seasonings

  • 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • to taste Salt and pepper Salt and pepper

Pasta & Cheese

  • 20 jumbo pasta shells jumbo pasta shells
  • 15 oz ricotta cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese ((plus extra for sprinkling))
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 egg egg
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes ((optional, for a little heat))
  • 3/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • to taste Pepper Pepper

Instructions 

  • Cook pasta shells according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
  • In a skillet, heat olive oil and cook ground turkey until browned. Add marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Mix ricotta, Parmesan, mozzarella, chopped spinach, egg, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  • Stuff each shell with the cheese mixture and place in a baking dish. Cover with sauce and sprinkle extra Parmesan on top.
  • Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden.

Notes

For extra flavor, sprinkle additional Parmesan before serving.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: pasta