Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Pasta Shells (Conchiglioni Ripieni)

I’d been dreaming of making these beautiful Italian stuffed pasta shells for ages, and today was finally the day! Giant pasta shells filled with spinach, ricotta, shallots, dill and Parmesan, nestled in tomato passata with basil and topped with melting mozzarella and Gruyère. A little effort to fill the shells, lots of flavour, and pure comfort food with an Italian twist!

And for the perfect Italian-inspired meal? I’d serve my homemade tiramisu for dessert (the classic or the kid-friendly version, one of my iconic recipes included in my latest cookbook, Vivian Is Cooking BAKING!) Given that it's the apple season, I made instead my Greek reversed apple pie that is always a smash (included too in my baking cookbook).

Next on my cooking wish list: cannoli siciliani. I can’t wait to try making these iconic Sicilian pastries! ❤️

Greek Baked layered Pasta (Pastitsio or the alter ego of Moussaka ! )

>>>>This recipe is part of my ebook « Vivian Is Cooking Greek – 44 Authentic Recipes to Try at Home » <<<<

Pastitsio, the alter ego of Moussaka, is a comforting Greek pasta dish, often compared to lasagna. Exactly like Moussaka, it consists of layers of pasta (instead of vegetables), rich meat sauce, and a creamy béchamel topping..