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Easy Christmas Stuffed Pasta

Easy Christmas Stuffed Pasta Recipe
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Elevate your holiday gatherings with this Easy Christmas Stuffed Pasta Recipe! This comforting dish combines creamy ricotta, savory mushrooms, and vibrant spinach, all nestled within tender pasta shells and topped with a luscious cheese sauce. Perfect for cozy family dinners or impressing guests, this recipe is not only delicious but also straightforward to prepare. With its heartwarming flavors and festive appeal, it’s bound to become a beloved staple in your holiday traditions. Gather your loved ones around the table and create lasting memories with this delightful meal that brings warmth to every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large pasta shells
  • 2 cups ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups shredded provolone cheese
  • 2 cups frozen spinach, thawed and drained
  • 3 cups sliced shiitake or cremini mushrooms
  • 1 stick (8 tablespoons) salted butter
  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme
  • 2 chopped garlic cloves
  • 2 teaspoons dried basil
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • Kosher salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup plain flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • 2 cups white grape juice or chicken broth
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella
  • 3/4 cup grated parmesan

Instructions

  1. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté mushrooms with thyme, garlic, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper until golden.
  2. Sprinkle in flour; cook for a minute. Gradually whisk in milk and grape juice (or broth), stirring until thickened. Stir in mozzarella and parmesan until melted.
  3. Cook pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente; drain gently.
  4. Mix ricotta, provolone, and spinach in a bowl. Fill each pasta shell with the mixture.
  5. Spread half the sauce in a baking dish, arrange filled shells on top, pour remaining sauce over them, and sprinkle extra cheese if desired.
  6. Cover with foil and bake at 350°F for about 30 minutes; uncover for the last 10 minutes.

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