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Pizza-Stuffed Pasta Shells

Pizza-Stuffed Pasta Shells are jumbo shells stuffed with ground beef, cheese, pepperoni, and pizza sauce. These are a delicious way to turn your favorite slice into the perfect pasta dish!

Prep Time
25 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 524 kcal
Course: Main Course , Dinner , Others
Cuisine: Italian , American

Ingredients

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic 
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 ounces chive and onion cream cheese, softened (can also use plain cream cheese)
  • 20 to 25 pepperoni slices, cut into quarters divided
  • 3 cups pizza sauce or marinara sauce divided
  • 20 jumbo pasta shells
  • 2 cups shredded Mozzarella cheese
  • chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

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  1. Heat oven to 375°F. Spray a 9x9-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. Cook and crumble ground beef, garlic, salt, and pepper in a large skillet, over medium-high heat, until meat is browned. Drain any grease.
  3. Stir in cream cheese, 1 cup of the pizza sauce, and half of the pepperonis. Stir and cook until mixture is thoroughly heated and cream cheese is melted. Remove from heat.
  4. Meanwhile, boil the pasta shells in a large pot of salted water until al dente. Drain.
  5. Stuff each cooked shell with 2 tablespoons beef mixture and place in single layer in the prepared baking dish. Cover shells with remaining 2 cups pizza sauce. Top evenly with the shredded mozzarella cheese and the remaining half of the pepperoni.
  6. Bake, uncovered, for 25 minutes or until hot and bubbly. Remove from oven and let stand at least 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Notes

  • *This recipe can be easily doubled. Use a 9x13-inch pan when doubling. Cook time stays the same. 

Nutrition Information

Serving 1 serving Calories 524kcal (26%) Carbohydrates 37g (12%) Protein 34g (68%) Fat 27g (42%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 524

% Daily Value*

Serving 1 serving
Calories 524kcal 26%
Carbohydrates 37g 12%
Protein 34g 68%
Fat 27g 42%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.