Shells With Crispy Pancetta and Spinach – Giada De Laurentiis

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 0
Shells With Crispy Pancetta and Spinach - Giada De Laurentiis
in Pasta

Prep

20 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 package jumbo pasta shells
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 lb thick cut pancetta , cut into 3/4-inch cubes
2 lbs frozen spinach , thawed and drained
1 container whole milk ricotta cheese
1 cup grated asiago cheese
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1 tablespoon butter
1 garlic clove , minced
1 cup cream
2 cups grated asiago cheese , plus 1/4 cup
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
659
Sugar
3g
Fat
48g
Shells With Crispy Pancetta and Spinach is an Italian-inspired pasta dish that is perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner. This recipe, by Giada De Laurentiis, features tender jumbo pasta shells stuffed with a creamy mixture of ricotta cheese, asiago cheese, and spinach, and is topped with a crispy pancetta, and a rich cream sauce. This dish is bursting with flavor and texture, and is sure to become a new favorite for anyone who craves a hearty, cheesy pasta dish.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
2.Cook the pasta shells according to package directions.
3.In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the pancetta and cook until crispy, about 8 minutes.
4.Add the spinach and cook until wilted, about 3 minutes.
5.In a separate bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, grated asiago cheese, black pepper, and nutmeg.
6.Add the butter and garlic to the skillet and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
7.Add the cream to the skillet and bring to a simmer.
8.Stir in the asiago cheese and parsley.
9.Stuff each pasta shell with some of the cheese mixture and place in a greased baking dish.
10.Pour the cream sauce over the top of the stuffed shells and sprinkle with the remaining asiago cheese.
11.Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the sauce is bubbly.

PROS

A cheesy and flavorful pasta dish that is perfect for a cozy night in.

The crispy pancetta adds a nice crunch to the creamy ricotta filling.

CONS

This dish is high in fat and calories, due to the use of heavy cream and cheese.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish is not particularly healthy, spinach is a great source of vitamins and minerals such as iron, vitamin A, and vitamin C.
They are great for boosting immunity and aiding in digestion.

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