Stuffed Shells Recipe
This classic stuffed shells recipe features jumbo pasta shells filled with a creamy mixture of ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses, baked to perfection in marinara sauce.
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Calories: 380kcal
Servings: 6
Equipment
- Large pot for boiling pasta
- Mixing Bowls
- Baking Dish
- Aluminum foil
Ingredients
- 1 Box 12 ounces jumbo pasta shells
- 1 Pound ricotta cheese
- 1 Cup grated mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 Cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 Egg lightly beaten
- 1 Tsp fresh parsley chopped
- 1 Tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 Cups marinara sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Stuff each cooked shell with the cheese mixture.
- Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
- Arrange the stuffed shells in the baking dish and cover with the remaining marinara sauce.
- Sprinkle extra mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top if desired.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Be careful not to overcook the pasta shells as they will continue to cook in the oven.
- Feel free to customize the filling with additional herbs, spices, or cooked vegetables for extra flavor.
Nutrition
Serving: 3Stuffed Shells | Calories: 380kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 18g