Turkey and Spinach Stuffed Shells

  • 6

Ingredients

  • 1 (12 ounce) package jumbo pasta shells, cooked and drained
  • 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 1/2 lbs. ground turkey
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 3/4 cups crushed crackers or breadcrumbs
  • 1 (15 ounce) container Sargento® Part-Skim Ricotta Cheese
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 tablespoons grated Sargento® Parmesan Cheese
  • 3 cups spaghetti sauce
  • 1/2 cup Sargento® Fancy Shredded Mozzarella Cheese

Preparation

Step 1

Cook shells and spinach according to package directions. Drain and squeeze out excess moisture from the spinach. Meanwhile, brown ground turkey and onions in 2 tbsp. olive oil, over medium-high heat.

Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease or line a large baking dish with aluminum foil. Spread 1 cup sauce on bottom of baking dish.

Combine spinach, parsley, crumbs, ricotta cheese, eggs, garlic, and cheese in a large bowl; mix well. Add turkey and onions, and mix well. Fill shells with this mixture.

Add shells and cover with remaining sauce. Top with mozzarella cheese. Cover with foil. Bake 35-40 minutes until warmed through and bubbly.