Not Your Ordinary Stuffed Shells
Elevate your pasta night with "Not Your Ordinary Stuffed Shells," a decadent twist on a classic comfort dish that's bursting with bold Mediterranean flavors! Jumbo pasta shells are generously filled with a creamy ricotta mixture enhanced by the tangy bite of feta, the richness of sun-dried tomatoes, and aromatic fresh basil. Topped with a luscious marinara sauce and a blend of gooey mozzarella and nutty Parmesan, this dish bakes to golden perfection for a bubbly, cheesy finish. With just 25 minutes of prep and easy step-by-step instructions, this recipe is perfect for a crowd-pleasing weeknight dinner or an impressive entree for your next gathering. Serve it warm with a sprinkle of extra basil, and watch it become an instant favorite at your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 20 pieces Jumbo pasta shells
- 16 ounces Ricotta cheese
- 1 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
- 1.5 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup Sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 0.5 cup Fresh basil, chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 large Egg
- 4 cups Marinara sauce
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cook the jumbo pasta shells in a large pot of salted boiling water until just al dente according to package instructions. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, crumbled feta, 1 cup of mozzarella, 0.5 cup of Parmesan, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil, minced garlic, egg, salt, and pepper. Stir until well blended.
Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce on the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish to create an even layer.
Stuff each cooked shell with approximately 2 tablespoons of the ricotta filling mixture, and arrange them in the baking dish in a single layer.
Drizzle the stuffed shells with olive oil, then pour the remaining marinara sauce evenly over the top.
Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the marinara sauce to create a cheesy topping.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese on top is bubbly and golden brown.
Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with additional fresh basil, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3294 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 214.1 g | 274% | |
| Saturated Fat | 110.1 g | 550% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 898 mg | 299% | |
| Sodium | 10157 mg | 442% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 169.4 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.9 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 65.9 g | ||
| Protein | 196.6 g | 393% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 5706 mg | 439% | |
| Iron | 19.2 mg | 107% | |
| Potassium | 4710 mg | 100% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
