Ricotta Stuffed Shells
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
615 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Ricotta Stuffed Shells
Description
In this recipe, jumbo pasta shells are slightly undercooked, then stuffed with a mixture of ricotta cheese, beaten eggs, minced garlic, shredded mozzarella, and half the grated Parmesan, seasoned with dried parsley, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. The filled shells are arranged in a baking dish and covered with marinara sauce before baking.
The baking process melds the flavors as the cheeses melt and the eggs help bind the filling, resulting in shells that are tender yet hold their shape with a flavorful, creamy center. The marinara adds acidity and moisture, balancing the richness of the cheeses.
Ricotta Stuffed Shells make a satisfying main dish suitable for family dinners or casual gatherings, served warm directly from the baking dish and optionally garnished with additional Parmesan.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces jumbo pasta shells , dried
- 2 large egg beaten
- 32 ounces ricotta cheese
- 2 cloves garlic , minced
- 2 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
- 8 ounces Parmesan Cheese divided, shredded
- 1 teaspoon parsley dried
- 1/2 teaspoon basil dried
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano dried
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper coarse ground
- 3 cups marinara sauce , about 28 ounces
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees and bring a pot of water to a boil.
- Add the shells and cook for 1 minute shy of the directions on the box.
- To a large bowl add the eggs, ricotta, garlic the mozzarella and half the parmesan cheese, parsley, basil, oregano, salt and pepper.
- Mix the ingredients well.
- Spoon the mixture into the shells and put them in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Top with marinara sauce and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Garnish with parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 615 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 615kcal | 31% |
| Carbohydrates | 54g | 18% |
| Protein | 34g | 68% |
| Fat | 29g | 45% |
| Saturated Fat | 17g | 85% |
| Cholesterol | 106mg | 35% |
| Sodium | 1394mg | 58% |
| Potassium | 719mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 1455IU | 29% |
| Vitamin C | 8.6mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 531mg | 53% |
| Iron | 2.8mg | 16% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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