Stuffed Spinach Shells

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Ingredients

Yield: X

  • 1 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
  • 1 container (12 ounces) ricotta cheese
  • 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 28 jumbo pasta shells
  • 2 jars (24 ounces each) marinara sauce
  • Chopped parsley


Directions

1. In a large bowl, stir spinach, ricotta cheese, 2 cups mozzarella cheese, Parmesan, garlic and Italian seasoning. Divide and fill each shell with ricotta mixture. Add 3 cups sauce to the bottom of the crock.


2. Place 14 stuffed shells in the bottom of the crock. Spoon 2 cups marinara sauce over shells. Top with remaining stuffed shells and sauce.


3. Cover slow cooker and cook on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours or LOW for 6 to 8 until shells are cooked. Remove lid and sprinkle remaining mozzarella cheese over shells. Wait 5 minutes until cheese is melted. Garnish with parsley.