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Stuffed Shells With Meat And Cheese Recipe

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This Stuffed Shells with Meat and Cheese recipe features jumbo pasta shells filled with seasoned ground beef, ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese, baked in a rich marinara sauce. A comforting and delicious Italian dish perfect for family dinners or gatherings. 

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 20 jumbo pasta shells
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (plus extra for topping)
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  • Cook the pasta shells:
    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.

  • Cook the ground beef:
    In a large skillet, cook the ground beef with diced onion over medium heat until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat. Add minced garlic and Italian seasoning, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, then remove from heat.

  • Make the cheese filling:
    In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, egg, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix well. Stir in the cooked ground beef mixture.

  • Preheat the oven:
    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

  • Stuff the shells:
    Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce evenly on the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Using a spoon, stuff each shell with the meat and cheese mixture. Place the stuffed shells in the baking dish, open side up.

  • Top with sauce and cheese:
    Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the stuffed shells and sprinkle with extra shredded mozzarella cheese.

  • Bake:
    Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

  • Garnish and serve:
    Let the dish cool for a few minutes before garnishing with fresh basil or parsley. Serve hot.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add cooked spinach to the cheese filling.
  • You can substitute ground turkey or sausage for a different meat option.

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