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Easy Christmas Stuffed Pasta Recipe

Easy Christmas Stuffed Pasta Recipe
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This Easy Christmas Stuffed Pasta Recipe is the ultimate comfort food for festive gatherings and cozy family dinners. Filled with a creamy blend of cheeses and fresh spinach, these large pasta shells are smothered in a rich mushroom sauce that adds warmth and flavor to any table. With simple preparation steps and customizable filling options, this dish is not only delicious but also adaptable to your preferences. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a comforting meal at home, this stuffed pasta will surely become a holiday favorite!

Ingredients

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  • 1 stick salted butter
  • 3 cups sliced shiitake or cremini mushrooms
  • 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 cheese
  • 3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 pound large pasta shells
  • 2 cups ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups shredded provolone cheese
  • 2 packages frozen spinach (10 ounces each)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add mushrooms and cook until tender. Stir in garlic, thyme, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper for about 2 minutes. Sprinkle in flour, stirring to create a roux before gradually whisking in milk and grape juice (or broth). Cook until thickened.
  2. Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot and cook the pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. Prepare the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, mozzarella, provolone cheese, spinach, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  4. Assemble: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread half of the sauce in a baking dish. Stuff each pasta shell with filling and place seam-side up in the dish. Pour remaining sauce over top.
  5. Bake: Cover with foil and bake for about 30 minutes until heated through. Remove foil during the last 10 minutes for browning.

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