Greek Stuffed Shells with Spinach, Feta & Creamy Lemon Sauce
Looking for a delicious Mediterranean-inspired dinner recipe that’s both hearty and fresh? These Greek Stuffed Pasta Shells are filled with creamy ricotta, feta, and spinach, and topped with a rich lemon cream sauce loaded with zesty flavor. It’s the perfect vegetarian Greek pasta recipe for weeknight meals, family dinners, or entertaining!
Ingredients:
For the Stuffed Shells
20 jumbo pasta shells
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups fresh spinach, chopped
1 cup ricotta cheese
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt & black pepper, to taste
For the Creamy Lemon Sauce
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon lemon zest
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
Salt & black pepper, to taste
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook jumbo pasta shells in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a skillet, sauté garlic and spinach in olive oil over medium heat until the spinach is wilted. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, feta, Parmesan, egg, spinach, oregano, and salt & pepper. Stir until creamy and well blended.
4. Stuff each cooked shell with the cheesy spinach mixture. Arrange the filled shells in a lightly greased baking dish.
5. Prepare the lemon cream sauce: melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually add milk and heavy cream, whisking until smooth and thick. Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
6. Pour the lemon sauce over the stuffed shells. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 10 minutes, until golden and bubbly on top.
7. Garnish with extra feta or chopped parsley and serve hot.
Recipe Tips:
Add chopped fresh dill or mint for even more authentic Greek flavor.
These spinach and feta stuffed shells can be assembled ahead and baked just before serving.
Serve with a crisp Greek salad or warm pita bread for a complete Mediterranean meal.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 460 kcal per serving
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