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- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 small eggplant, diced
- 1 small zucchini, diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 21 jumbo pasta shells (we use DeLallo and I always cook a few extra in case they break)
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
- 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- Pinch of nutmeg
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 1/2 cups marinara sauce
- Chopped fresh basil, for garnish, if desired
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