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Stuffed Pasta Shells: Discover the Ultimate Recipe Today!

Stuffed Pasta Shells
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Cheesy, saucy, hearty and completely irresistible stuffed pasta shells filled with a delicious meat and cheese mixture, topped with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella.

Ingredients

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  • 20 jumbo pasta shells
  • 500g ground chicken or beef
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup ricotta or cottage cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 cups marinara or tomato pasta sauce
  • Fresh basil, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta shells according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté onion and garlic until soft. Add ground meat, oregano, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned.
  3. Remove from heat and mix in ricotta (or cottage cheese) and half of the shredded mozzarella.
  4. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread half of the marinara sauce in a baking dish.
  5. Stuff each pasta shell with the meat mixture and arrange over the sauce.
  6. Pour remaining sauce over the stuffed shells and sprinkle with the rest of the mozzarella.
  7. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 10 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  8. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Notes

  • Use whole wheat or gluten-free shells for a healthier version.
  • Prepare a day in advance and bake before serving.
  • Add chopped spinach or mushrooms to the filling for extra flavor.
  • Great for freezing: prep and freeze unbaked, then cook fresh when needed.

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