Stuffed Pasta Shells
Stuffed pasta shells are a comforting dish that will warm your heart and delight your taste buds. These jumbo pasta shells are filled with a creamy ricotta mixture, topped with rich marinara sauce, and baked to perfection. They’re perfect for family gatherings or a cozy night in, providing a delightful blend of flavors and textures that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 large jumbo pasta shells
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups marinara sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 large egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the pasta shells for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and let cool.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, half of the mozzarella, Parmesan, basil, garlic powder, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
- Fill each shell with about 2 tablespoons of the cheese mixture.
- Spread half of the marinara sauce in a baking dish. Place the filled shells side by side in the dish. Top with remaining marinara and sprinkle with remaining mozzarella.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving; garnish with extra basil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed shells (approximately 220g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg