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Creamy Garlic Mushroom Stuffed Shells

Creamy Garlic Mushroom Stuffed Shells

Indulge in Creamy Garlic Mushroom Stuffed Shells, a rich and savory pasta dish packed with flavor and comfort.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner Recipes
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 693

Ingredients
  

Butter and Mushrooms
  • 1 stick salted butter 8 tablespoons
  • 3 cups shiitake or cremini mushrooms sliced
  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme
  • 2 cloves garlic chopped
  • 2 teaspoons dried basil
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • kosher salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
Cheese Sauce
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • 2 cups dry white wine or chicken broth
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
Pasta and Filling
  • 1 pound jumbo pasta shells
  • 2 cups whole milk ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups shredded provolone
  • 2 packages frozen spinach 10 ounces, thawed and drained

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • medium pot
  • large pot

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350? F. Grease a 9x13 inch pan.
  2. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a medium pot. Add the mushrooms and cook undisturbed for 5 minutes or until golden. Add thyme, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook 4-5 minutes until fragrant. Remove the mushrooms from the skillet.
  3. Add the remaining 6 tablespoons butter, garlic, basil, and oregano to the skillet. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Whisk in the flour and cook for about 1 minute. Add the wine, then the milk. Bring to a boil and stir for 1 minute. Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup mozzarella and 1/2 cup parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Set the cheese sauce aside.
  4. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta until al dente according to package directions.
  5. In a bowl, combine the ricotta, provolone, and spinach.
  6. Spread 1/3 of the cheese sauce in the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Spoon 1 tablespoon of the ricotta mixture into each shell, placing it in the dish as you go. Sprinkle over 1/2 cup mozzarella, pour the remaining cheese sauce over top, and top with 1/4 cup parmesan and the mushrooms. Cover and bake for 25 minutes until bubbly, then remove the foil and bake for another 15-20 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 693kcal

Notes

Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving to enhance the flavors.

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