Stuffed Shells With Meat And Cheese Recipe
Stuffed shells with meat and cheese is a comforting Italian dish made with jumbo pasta shells, stuffed with a flavorful combination of ground meat and creamy cheeses, then baked in marinara sauce. This hearty recipe is ideal for family dinners or special gatherings, providing rich flavors and satisfying textures.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Jumbo pasta shells
- Ground beef or sausage
- Ricotta cheese
- Mozzarella cheese
- Parmesan cheese
- Egg
- Marinara sauce
- Garlic
- Onion
- Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a pan, sauté ground meat with garlic and onion until browned. Drain excess fat.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, cooked meat, and seasonings.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Spread a layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
- Stuff each shell with the cheese and meat mixture and arrange them in the dish.
- Cover with more marinara sauce and sprinkle mozzarella on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until bubbly and golden.
Notes
- You can use ground beef, pork, or Italian sausage, depending on your preference.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the meat and add spinach to the filling.
- Make ahead by preparing the shells and refrigerating before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed shells
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg