Baked Cheesy Spinach and Mushroom Stuffed Pasta Shells

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 375°F. Cook the pasta shells according to package directions until al dente, then drain and rinse with cold water.

2. 2

   In a skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Add the mushrooms and onion, and cook until tender, about 4-6 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute more.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, mix together the eggs, ricotta cheese, spinach, basil, and pepper. Fold in the sautéed mushroom mixture, olives, and 3/4 cup each of the Italian cheese blend and mozzarella.

4. 4

   Spread 1 cup of the marinara sauce in the bottom of a 13x9-inch baking dish. Stuff the pasta shells with the cheese mixture and arrange them in the dish, overlapping slightly. Pour the remaining sauce over the top.

5. 5

   Bake, covered, for 40-45 minutes until heated through. Uncover, sprinkle with the remaining cheeses, and bake for 5 minutes more until the cheese is melted. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with additional fresh basil if desired.