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Baked Stuffed Shells

Cheesy Baked Stuffed Shells That Feel Like Home

These Baked Stuffed Shells are a comforting Italian dish brimming with three types of cheese, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces Jumbo Pasta Shells
For the Meat Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Used for sautéing the aromatics
  • 1 small Onion Adds sweetness
  • 3 cloves Garlic Enhances flavor
  • 0.5 pound Ground Beef Adds heartiness
  • 24 ounces Pasta Sauce Use favorite brand or homemade
For the Cheese Filling
  • 15 ounces Ricotta Cheese Can substitute with cottage cheese
  • 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Divided
  • 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
  • 1 large Egg Acts as binder
  • 2 tablespoons Dried Parsley Adds freshness

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • large pot
  • Large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. Cook the jumbo pasta shells in salted water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté onion and garlic for about 3 minutes.
  4. Brown the ground beef, then add the pasta sauce and let simmer.
  5. In a bowl, mix egg, ricotta, 1 cup mozzarella, parmesan, and parsley until smooth.
  6. Spread 1/3 of the meat sauce in the baking dish and stuff each shell with the cheese mixture, placing them seam-side up.
  7. Pour remaining meat sauce over the shells, then cover with foil.
  8. Bake for 30 minutes, remove foil, add remaining mozzarella, and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes.
  9. Let sit for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 350mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, undercook shells slightly to prevent mushiness. Freezer-friendly for up to 3 months.

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