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Stuffed Shells Bake

Dreamy 20-Minute Stuffed Shells Bake That Wows Every Time


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  • Author: Cassie
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delicious baked pasta dish featuring jumbo shells stuffed with a rich cheese mixture and topped with marinara sauce.


Ingredients

  • 12 oz jumbo pasta shells
  • 15 oz ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 24 oz marinara sauce
  • 1 tbsp olive oil


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  2. Cook pasta shells according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  3. Mix ricotta, 1 cup mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, basil, oregano, and garlic powder in a bowl.
  4. Spread 1 cup marinara sauce in baking dish.
  5. Stuff each shell with cheese mixture and place in dish.
  6. Top with remaining sauce and mozzarella.
  7. Bake 25 minutes until bubbly.
  8. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Can substitute cottage cheese for ricotta
  • Add cooked ground beef or sausage for meat version
  • Freezes well for up to 3 months
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian