Spring Veggie Stuffed Shells

Today is a great day to try something new in the kitchen! I’ve come across some amazing vegetarian stuffed shells recipes, and I’m excited to share them with you. These dishes are perfect for those who want a hearty, comforting meal without the meat. Let’s dive right in, shall we?

First up, we have a healthier version of pasta shells that are just as delicious as the original. The veggie stuffed shells recipe calls for a variety of vegetables like spinach, zucchini, and mushrooms. These veggies are cooked and mixed with creamy ricotta cheese, parmesan, garlic, and seasonings. The mixture is then stuffed into cooked shell pasta and baked with a tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese.

To showcase this delightful dish, let’s start with an H2 and an image:

Veggie Stuffed Shells Recipe

Now, let’s move on to the ingredients:

Ingredients:

• 1 package cooked jumbo pasta shells
• 2 cups of fresh spinach, chopped
• 1 zucchini, chopped
• 4 ounces of mushrooms, chopped
• 1 cup of part-skim ricotta cheese
• 1/2 cup of grated parmesan cheese
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon of dried basil
• 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon of salt
• 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
• 1 jar (24 ounces) of tomato sauce
• 1 cup of shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Now let’s move on to the instructions:

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Cook the pasta according to package directions until slightly underdone. Drain and rinse with cold water.
3. In a large skillet, sauté the chopped spinach, zucchini, and mushrooms for 5-7 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
4. In a mixing bowl, combine the sautéed vegetables, ricotta cheese, parmesan cheese, garlic, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
5. Stuff each shell with the vegetable mixture and place it in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
6. Pour the tomato sauce over the stuffed shells and sprinkle with the shredded mozzarella cheese.
7. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until bubbly and the cheese is golden brown on top.

Just looking at this recipe makes my mouth water. It’s the perfect blend of flavors and textures. And the best part is, it’s easy to make! This dish is perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or for impressing your friends and family.

But wait, we’re not done yet. Up next, we have another vegetarian stuffed shells recipe that’s sure to please. This dish is filled with roasted vegetables like zucchini, bell peppers, and eggplant. The veggies are mixed with ricotta cheese, parmesan, and spinach, and then stuffed into jumbo shells. The dish is topped with a homemade tomato sauce and baked until bubbly and delicious.

Let’s showcase this mouth-watering recipe with an H2 and an image:

Vegetarian Stuffed Shells Recipe

Now, let’s move on to the ingredients:

Ingredients:

• 1 package cooked jumbo pasta shells
• 2 zucchinis, sliced
• 2 bell peppers, sliced
• 1 eggplant, sliced
• 1/4 cup of olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
• 1 cup of ricotta cheese
• 1/2 cup of grated parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup of fresh spinach, chopped
• 1 egg
• 1 jar (24 ounces) of tomato sauce
• 1 cup of shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

And now, the instructions:

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. In a large baking dish, toss the sliced zucchini, bell peppers, and eggplant with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
3. Bake the vegetables for 20-25 minutes or until they’re tender and lightly browned.
4. In a mixing bowl, combine the roasted vegetables, ricotta cheese, parmesan cheese, spinach, and egg.
5. Stuff each shell with the vegetable mixture and place it in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
6. Pour the tomato sauce over the stuffed shells and top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
7. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

This dish is a great way to get your daily serving of vegetables while still indulging in a classic comfort food. It’s a win-win situation! Plus, it’s a great recipe to prepare ahead of time and freeze for later.

In conclusion, these vegetarian stuffed shells recipes are sure to be a hit in your home. With all the delicious flavors and textures, you won’t even miss the meat. Now, it’s time to put on your apron and get cooking!