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Easy Stuffed Shells With Meat: An Incredible 7-Step Recipe


  • Author: Chef Mia
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

Ingredients

– 12-15 jumbo pasta shells
– 1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage
– 1 cup ricotta cheese
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1 egg
– 2 cups marinara sauce
– 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
– ½ teaspoon garlic powder
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh herbs (such as basil or parsley), for garnish (optional)


Instructions

Creating Easy Stuffed Shells With Meat is simple if you follow these easy steps:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). This step ensures your shells bake evenly.
2. Cook the Pasta: Boil the jumbo shells according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3. Prepare the Filling: In a skillet, brown the ground meat over medium heat. Drain any excess fat. In a bowl, combine the cooked meat, ricotta cheese, ½ cup mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
4. Stuff the Shells: Using a spoon, carefully fill each cooked shell with the meat mixture until they are generously filled.
5. Layer with Sauce: In a 9×13-inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom. Place the stuffed shells seam side up in the dish. Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the top of the shells.
6. Add Cheese: Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of mozzarella cheese over the stuffed shells for a gooey topping.
7. Bake: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, until the cheese is golden and bubbly.

These steps will guarantee a mouthwatering result that is sure to satisfy any hunger!

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4-6
  • Calories: 480 kcal
  • Fat: 20g
  • Protein: If desired, incorporate cooked spinach, finely chopped mushrooms, or even diced bell peppers into the filling for added nutrients and flavor.