Cheesy Stuffed Shells
A comforting dish of jumbo pasta shells filled with creamy ricotta and topped with melty mozzarella.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- Jumbo pasta shells
- Ricotta cheese
- Mozzarella cheese
- Parmesan cheese
- 1 Egg
- Spinach or other vegetables (optional)
- Marinara sauce
- Salt and pepper
- Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- Mix in a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, half of the mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, and any optional vegetables you wish to add. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Fill each cooked shell with the cheese mixture, ensuring they are nicely packed for that cheesy, indulgent experience.
- Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce in the bottom of a baking dish to prevent the shells from sticking and to add flavor.
- Arrange the stuffed shells in the dish, seam side up, and cover with the remaining marinara sauce.
- Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top for that golden, bubbly finish.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. This will help steam the shells and keep the filling moist.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly, giving that irresistible, golden crust.
- Serve hot and enjoy every cheesy bite!
Notes
Leftover stuffed shells can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg