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Recipes:
Stuffed Shells with Meat Sauce: A Comforting, Hearty Dish
These stuffed pasta shells filled with a savory meat and cheese mixture, topped with marinara sauce and melted cheese, are the ultimate comfort food. Perfect for feeding a crowd or enjoying a cozy family dinner.
Ingredients:
For the pasta:
12-16 large pasta shells
1 jar marinara sauce
For the stuffing:
1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage (or a mix)
1/2 onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 egg
1 tsp dried basil
1 tsp dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions:
Cook the Pasta: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook the pasta shells according to the package instructions, drain, and set aside.
Make the Meat Filling: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef (or sausage), onion, and garlic, breaking up the meat until browned. Drain excess fat and season with salt, pepper, basil, and oregano.
Prepare the Cheese Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, and egg. Add the cooked meat mixture to the cheese mixture and stir to combine.
Stuff the Shells: Fill each cooked pasta shell with the meat and cheese mixture. Arrange the stuffed shells in a baking dish.
Assemble the Dish: Pour marinara sauce over the stuffed shells, and sprinkle the top with extra mozzarella cheese.
Bake: Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20-25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy these delicious, cheesy stuffed shells!
These stuffed shells with meat sauce are a classic and delicious dish that’s always a crowd-pleaser! Let me know if you need more recipes or adjustments!
