SHELLS WITH CRISPY PANCETTA AND SPINACH

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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (12-ounce) package jumbo shells pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 pound thick-cut pancetta, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
2 pounds frozen spinach, thawed and drained
1 (15-ounce) container whole milk ricotta
1 cup grated asiago cheese
1/2 teaspoon freshly 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 freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • For the shells:
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain pasta.
  • Warm the olive oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium heat. Add the pancetta and cook until lightly golden, about 5 minutes. Remove the pancetta from the pan with a slotted spoon and transfer to a large bowl. Add the spinach, ricotta cheese, asiago cheese, pepper, and nutmeg. Stir to combine. Stuff the shells with about 2 tablespoons of the spinach mixture each and place the stuffed shells in a large, buttered baking dish.
  • For the sauce:
  • Melt the butter in a medium saucepan. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add the cream and bring to a simmer. Turn the heat to very low and add the 2 cups asiago cheese, parsley, and pepper. Stir until the cheese is dissolved. Pour the sauce over the shells. Top with the remaining 1/4 cup asiago cheese. Bake until golden on top, about 25 minutes. Remove from the oven and serve immediately.

Amir Rajput
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This dish was a bit too complicated to make. I'll probably look for a simpler recipe next time.


Bm music series
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This dish was a bit too unhealthy to make. I'll probably look for a healthier recipe next time.


Beavon Monayo
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This dish was a bit too difficult to make. I'll probably look for an easier recipe next time.


Odame Wassaman
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This dish was a bit too expensive to make. I'll probably look for a more budget-friendly recipe next time.


MD. Shimul
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Overall, this was a good dish. I'll definitely make it again.


sharif Hossain
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This dish was a bit too time-consuming to make. I'll probably look for a simpler recipe next time.


Maruf Hasan
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This dish was a bit bland. I think I'll add some more spices next time.


Mudasir Hussain Brohi
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The sauce was a bit too thick for my liking. I'll try adding more milk next time.


Usama Gujjar
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This dish was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I'll use less pancetta next time.


Grant Anderson
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I'm not a big fan of spinach, but I loved it in this dish. The pancetta and the sauce really balanced out the flavor.


miss ilyaza
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This pasta dish is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love the crispy pancetta and the creamy sauce.


Bach Rahman
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a success. It's a great recipe for a weeknight meal.


Sarang Mustafa
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover pancetta. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


DB Blams
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I love the combination of crispy pancetta and creamy sauce in this dish. It's the perfect comfort food.


tuwatimi clever
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This is one of my favorite pasta dishes. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Letitia Mcintyre
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I made this dish last night and it was amazing! The pancetta was crispy and the spinach wilted perfectly. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the shells were cooked to perfection.


waleed kamboh
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This pasta dish was a hit with my family! The crispy pancetta and spinach added so much flavor and texture. The shells were cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and delicious.