Stuffed Shells Beef
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these hearty Stuffed Shells Beef, a family-friendly dish perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Jumbo pasta shells are lovingly filled with a rich and creamy mixture of seasoned ground beef, ricotta, and Parmesan, then topped with marinara sauce and gooey mozzarella for a baked masterpiece. The blend of Italian seasoning and fresh parsley infuses every bite with irresistible flavor, while the golden-brown cheesy topping adds the perfect finishing touch. Quick to prepare and oven-ready in just 20 minutes, this savory baked pasta recipe is as easy as it is satisfying. Pair it with a crisp salad or garlic bread for a complete Italian-inspired feast that’s sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces Jumbo pasta shells
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 1 cup Ricotta cheese
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup Mozzarella cheese
- 1 large Egg
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 3 cups Marinara sauce
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the jumbo pasta shells according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and lay them out on a baking sheet to cool, ensuring they don't stick together.
While the shells cool, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Once fully cooked, drain any excess fat.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked ground beef, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, half of the mozzarella cheese, the egg, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and fresh parsley. Mix well until combined.
Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce evenly across the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Spoon the beef-ricotta mixture into each cooked pasta shell and place them in the baking dish, open side up.
Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the stuffed shells, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top of the stuffed shells.
Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes to allow the cheese to melt and slightly brown on top.
Garnish with additional fresh parsley, if desired, and serve warm. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
799 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.1 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.2 g | 131% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 215 mg | 72% | |
| Sodium | 1333 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.0 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.1 g | ||
| Protein | 48.6 g | 97% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 616 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 418 mg | 9% | |
*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.
