Broccoli-Stuffed Shells

Name: Broccoli-Stuffed Shells
Ingredients: 3 c. broccoli florets; 1 (15 oz.) Ricotta cheese; 2 eggs, beaten; 1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese; 1/4 tsp. black pepper; 1/2 tsp. nutmeg; 1/2 tsp. oregano; 24 jumbo shells, cooked; 3 c. tomato sauce

9 ingredients

6 steps

Ingredients

3 c. broccoli florets
1 (15 oz.) Ricotta cheese
2 eggs, beaten
1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 tsp. black pepper
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 tsp. oregano
24 jumbo shells, cooked
3 c. tomato sauce

Directions

1

Steam or boil broccoli florets until crunchy tender.
2

Allow to cool.
3

Mince florets, either with a sharp knife or in food processor, fitted with a sharp blade.
4

Combine broccoli with Ricotta, eggs, Parmesan, pepper, nutmeg and oregano and stir until well combined.
5

Stuff each cooked shell with 1 tablespoon of mixture.
6

Pour sauce over shells and bake at 375° until hot.