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Stuffed shells with ricotta and spinach

From the video “Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Shells” by Laura in the Kitchen. RecipesMD is not affiliated with Laura in the Kitchen. Steps are in our own words.

Machine-read from the video · not yet checked by a personMediumFine for a weeknight

Not spicy

Total time: ~10 min
Serves: ~6
Cost: ~$5.68*
Difficulty: Medium
Ingredients: 17

Ingredients

Vegetarian

May contain dairy, egg

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The video doesn’t say how many this serves, so amounts are shown as made in the video.

Ontario grocery estimate*

~$17.05*for the batch in the video

~$5.68*per serving

You save about ~$15.32* per serving (73% less*) than ordering it out — ~$45.95* for ~3 portions.

Cook it~$5.68*

Order out~$21*

Order out = a typical Ontario Italian restaurant plate, before delivery fees, tax and tip.

4 ingredients priced from Ontario averages · 8 predicted from typical costs · not priced: vodka, jumbo shells, ricotta

* Estimate, not a quote: 8 line(s) we couldn't price were filled with typical costs for their type; the video doesn't state how many it serves, so 3 portions were assumed; restaurant comparison is a typical Ontario Italian restaurant plate at ~$21, before delivery fees, tax and tip. Prices: Ontario averages (StatCan 2026-07) + RecipesMD estimates, pro-rated, staples excluded.

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Nutrition & health

Not estimated: only 56% of ingredient lines (74% of mass) could be matched to USDA data (minimum 60%).

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Steps

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Equipment

skillet
wooden spatula
pot
knife
cutting board
mixing bowl
oven

What the video didn’t say

Exact cooking times and temperatures for the sauce simmer are not specified.
Yield servings are not stated.

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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about Stuffed shells with ricotta and spinach

What makes Laura in the Kitchen's Stuffed shells with ricotta and spinach recipe and technique special?

Laura in the Kitchen's take on Stuffed shells with ricotta and spinach focuses on home kitchen precision, balancing Italian flavors with an estimated under 30 minutes total preparation time. Every step is timestamped to the exact second in the video so you can follow along hands-free.

How much does it cost to make Stuffed shells with ricotta and spinach at Ontario grocery prices?

Based on Statistics Canada benchmark consumer food pricing, this Stuffed shells with ricotta and spinach recipe costs approximately economical home-cooked pricing per serving (yielding 2 to 4 portions). Home cooking saves an estimated 60% to 75% compared to ordering takeout at a restaurant.

Can I make Stuffed shells with ricotta and spinach ahead of time or store leftovers?

Yes. Leftover Stuffed shells with ricotta and spinach can be refrigerated in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days. If the recipe contains delicate leafy greens or dressed ingredients, keep the dressing separate until ready to serve to maintain crisp texture.

What substitutions can I make in Laura in the Kitchen's Stuffed shells with ricotta and spinach?

This recipe utilizes approximately 17 ingredients across 20 steps. For gluten-free adaptations, swap regular soy sauce or flour with tamari or cornstarch. For vegetarian adaptations, replace meat proteins with extra-firm tofu, mushrooms, or legumes while preserving the aromatics.

Where can I watch the video tutorial for Stuffed shells with ricotta and spinach?

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