Stuffed Pasta Shells with Ground Turkey and Spinach

Instructions:
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

Step 2: Cook the pasta shells according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 3: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 5–6 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.

Step 4: Stir in chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 5: In a large bowl, mix the turkey-spinach mixture with ricotta, Parmesan, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.

Step 6: Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce on the bottom of the baking dish. Stuff each shell with the turkey filling and place in the dish.

Step 7: Spoon the remaining sauce over the shells and sprinkle with more Parmesan.

Step 8: Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes until bubbly and lightly golden.

Step 9: Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.

Storage Information:
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave until warmed through. This dish also freezes well—wrap tightly and freeze for up to 2 months.