Vegan Stuffed Shells with Spinach and Cheese

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375°

Step 2

Combine spinach, ricotta and cream cheese, salt, pepper, and nutmeg in a large bowl.

Step 3

In a microwave-safe dish, heat garlic and olive oil for 20 seconds in microwave.

Step 4

Add garlic and oil to spinach/cheese mixture. Mix thoroughly.

Step 5

Pour 2/3's of the marinara sauce (2 cups) in the bottom of a 9"x13" baking dish.

Step 6

Using a teaspoon, fill each shell with spinach/cheese mixture.

Step 7

Place filled shells (open side up) in pan.

Step 8

Cover pan with foil and bake at 375° for 25 minutes.

Step 9

Remove foil and sprinkle breadcrumbs and parmesan over shells. Continue baking (uncovered) for 10 minutes until bread crumbs are golden brown.

Step 10

Remove from oven and allow to sit for a few minutes before serving.

Step 11

When ready to serve, heat up remaining marinara sauce and spoon over shells. Add extra parmesan if desired.