Stuffed Shells
Stuffed shells are a delightful comfort food that brings warmth and joy to any gathering. These large pasta shells are generously filled with a creamy blend of ricotta, mozzarella, and fresh herbs, all bathed in rich marinara sauce. Perfect for family dinners or casual get-togethers, this dish is easy to prepare and offers endless customization options. Enjoy the gooey, cheesy goodness that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 large pasta shells
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 large egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Boil salted water in a large pot, add pasta shells, and cook until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and cool slightly.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta, half of the mozzarella, Parmesan, herbs, egg, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Fill each pasta shell with the cheese mixture.
- Spread half of the marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish and arrange stuffed shells open-side up. Cover with remaining marinara and sprinkle with remaining mozzarella.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed shells (about 250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 85mg