Spinach-Feta Shells with Minted Tomato Sauce

The touch of cinnamon adds a surprise spiciness to this main-dish pasta recipe.


Spinach-Feta Shells with Minted Tomato Sauce


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Prep Time: 45 mins
Total Time: 1 hr 12 mins
Servings: Makes 4 main-dish servings.
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Ingredients
 
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  • 12    jumbo shell macaroniOn Sale
  • 1  10-ounce package  frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drainedOn Sale
  • 1/2  cup  crumbled feta cheese (about 2 ounces)On Sale
  • 1/2  cup  light ricotta cheeseOn Sale
  • 1/4  cup  toasted chopped walnutsOn Sale
  • 1    slightly beaten egg whiteOn Sale
  • 1/4  teaspoon  saltOn Sale
  • 1/4  teaspoon  ground cinnamonOn Sale
  • 1/8  teaspoon  pepperOn Sale
  • 1  14-1/2-ounce can  low-sodium tomatoes, cut upOn Sale
  • 1/2  of a 6-ounce can  (1/3 cup) low-sodium tomato pasteOn Sale
  • 2  tablespoons  waterOn Sale
  • 1-1/2  teaspoons  dried mint, crushedOn Sale
  • 1  teaspoon  sugarOn Sale
  • 1/4  teaspoon  garlic powderOn Sale
  • 1/4  cup  shredded reduced-fat mozzarella cheese (1 ounce)On Sale

Directions
1.
Cook shell macaroni according to package directions. Drain. Set aside.
2.
For filling, in a medium mixing bowl combine spinach, feta cheese, ricotta cheese, 3 tablespoons of the walnuts, the egg white, salt, cinnamon, and pepper. Stir to mix. Set aside.
3.
For sauce, in a medium saucepan, combine undrained tomatoes, tomato paste, water, mint, sugar, and garlic powder. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, about 5 minutes or until slightly thickened.
4.
Stuff each shell with about 2 tablespoons of the spinach filling. Place in an ungreased 2-quart square baking dish. Spoon sauce over shells. Sprinkle with remaining nuts. Bake, covered, in a 350 degree F oven for 25 minutes. Sprinkle with mozzarella. Bake, uncovered, for 2 to 3 minutes more. Makes 4 main-dish servings.

Make-Ahead Tip
Cook macaroni shells according to package directions; drain. Rinse and drain again. Place in a bowl; cover and chill up to 24 hours.

Nutrition information
Calories 276, Total Fat 10 g, Saturated Fat 3 g, Cholesterol 19 mg, Sodium 466 mg, Carbohydrate 35 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 15 g. Daily Values: Vitamin A 72%, Vitamin C 61%, Calcium 21%, Iron 26%. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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