Part 4 Broccoli: Delicious Italian Broccoli Recipes: Broccoli and Ricotta Stuffed Shells

Part 4 Broccoli: Delicious Italian Broccoli Recipes: Broccoli and Ricotta Stuffed Shells This delicious Italian dish features jumbo pasta shells filled with a creamy mixture of ricotta, broccoli, and Parmesan, then baked in a flavorful marinara sauce. It’s the perfect comfort food for any occasion. Ingredients: • Jumbo pasta shells • 2 cups broccoli florets, chopped • 1 cup ricotta cheese • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided • 1 egg • 2 cloves garlic, minced • ½ tsp salt • ½ tsp black pepper • 1 tsp dried oregano • 2 cups marinara sauce • 1 tbsp olive oil Instructions: 1. Cook the Pasta & Broccoli: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta shells until al dente. Drain and set aside. In the same water, blanch the broccoli for 3 minutes, then drain and chop finely. 2. Prepare the Filling: In a bowl, mix ricotta, Parmesan, ½ cup mozzarella, egg, garlic, salt, pepper, and oregano. Stir in the chopped broccoli. 3. Stuff the Shells: Fill each pasta shell with a spoonful of the ricotta-broccoli mixture. 4. Assemble the Dish: Spread half of the marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish. Arrange the stuffed shells in the dish, then top with the remaining sauce and mozzarella. 5. Bake: Cover with foil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 10 minutes until cheese is golden and bubbly. Serve warm and enjoy this creamy, cheesy, and hearty Italian dish! Thanks for watching, and I’ll see you in the next one. Bye! Michael Luxiey! #BroccoliLongevity #HealthyAging #Superfood #AntiAgingFoods #NutrientRich #BroccoliBenefits #EatYourGreens #Wellness #HealthyLifestyle #SuperfoodBroccoli #Antioxidants #ImmuneBoosting #HealthyLiving #LongevityDiet #NutritionalPowerhouse