Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of creamy spinach and feta shells, a delightful dish that combines tender pasta with a luscious cheese sauce. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, this recipe is both easy to prepare and impressive to serve. Each bite offers a comforting blend of fresh spinach and tangy feta, making it a crowd-pleaser that evokes warm memories of home-cooked meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 large pasta shells
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta shells in salted boiling water until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat; sauté garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Add spinach and cook until wilted.
- Lower the heat, stir in heavy cream, feta cheese, and Parmesan. Mix until melted and smooth.
- Gently fold the cooked pasta shells into the creamy mixture, ensuring each shell is well-coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan or fresh herbs as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider substituting feta with goat cheese or incorporating sun-dried tomatoes. - Enhance protein content by adding grilled chicken or shrimp. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently on the stove with a splash of milk.