Christmas Stuffed Pasta (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 stick salted butter.
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3 cups sliced mushrooms.
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2 teaspoons dried thyme.
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2 cloves garlic, chopped.
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2 teaspoons dried basil.
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2 teaspoons dried oregano.
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1/4 cup plain flour.
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2 cups milk.
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2 cups white wine or broth.
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1 cup mozzarella cheese.
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3/4 cup parmesan cheese.
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1 pound large pasta shells.
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2 cups ricotta cheese.
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2 cups provolone cheese.
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2 packages frozen spinach.
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease 9x13 pan.
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Sauté mushrooms in butter until golden, add herbs.
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Make roux with butter and flour, add wine and milk. Stir in cheese.
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Cook shells until al dente.
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Mix ricotta, provolone and spinach.
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Layer sauce, fill shells with ricotta mix, top with cheese and mushrooms.
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Cover and bake 25 minutes, uncover and bake 15-20 minutes more.
# Notes:
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Can be made ahead.
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Wine can be substituted with broth.
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Freezes well.