The Best Way to make a high calcium dish
Hey there, fellow teenager! Want to know a tasty way to keep your bones strong and healthy? I've got you covered with this easy-to-make, high-calcium dish that will have you feeling like a superhero!
Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Pasta Shells
This dish is packed with calcium-rich ingredients like spinach, cheese, and milk. Plus, it's super simple to make and tastes amazing!
Ingredients:
- 1 box of jumbo pasta shells
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 package (10 oz) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
- 1 egg
- 1 cup milk
- 1 jar (24 oz) pasta sauce
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the pasta shells according to the package directions, then drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix together the ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses, along with the spinach and egg.
- Stuff each pasta shell with the cheese and spinach mixture.
- Pour the milk into a 9x13 inch baking dish, then arrange the stuffed shells in the dish.
- Pour the pasta sauce over the shells, making sure they're fully covered.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and the cheese is melted.
And there you have it! A delicious, calcium-packed meal that will help keep your bones strong and healthy. Enjoy!
Sources:
- 15 Calcium-Rich Foods - Healthline
- Calcium and Vitamin D: Important at Every Age - National Institutes of Health