Stuffed Shells recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
424 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Stuffed Shells recipe
Description
Stuffed Shells recipe fills large pasta shells with a flavorful blend of ricotta, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, fresh parsley and basil, salt, and pepper. The shells are partially cooked, then filled with the cheese mixture and arranged in a baking dish lined with marinara sauce. Additional sauce is poured on top and shredded mozzarella cheese covers the assembled dish. Baking melts the cheese and unites the flavors while allowing the pasta to finish cooking gently.
The result is tender pasta filled with creamy, herb-infused cheese and smothered in tomato sauce with a bubbly, melted mozzarella topping. The garlic and fresh herbs lend brightness and aromatic notes that complement the rich cheeses and tomato sauce.
This dish suits a main course paired with a simple salad or crusty bread to soak up the sauce. It can be prepared ahead and baked when ready, making it convenient for entertaining or family dinners.
Ingredients
- 24-30 jumbo pasta shells depending on how many will fit in your pan
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 3/4 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- 1 egg
- 2 tsp garlic minced
- 1 Tbsp parsley chopped, fresh
- 9 basil chopped, fresh leaves
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 28 oz marinara sauce
- 1 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Place the shells in the water and cook 3 minutes less than the cook time listed on the package. Drain the shells and rinse with cool water.
- Spray a 9X13 pan with non-stick spray and then spread 1/2 of the marinara sauce at the bottom of the pan.
- In a medium size bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, parsley, basil leaves, salt and pepper. Stir to thoroughly combine.
- Then spoon the cheese mixture into the shells and place the shells in the 9X13 pan on top of the sauce.
- Pour the remaining marinara sauce on top of the shells and top with the mozzarella cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until hot and the cheese is fully melted.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 424 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 424kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 35g | 12% |
| Protein | 26g | 52% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Cholesterol | 97mg | 32% |
| Sodium | 1327mg | 55% |
| Potassium | 631mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 1310IU | 26% |
| Vitamin C | 10mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 455mg | 46% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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