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Cheesy Ground Beef-Stuffed Shells with Creamy Ricotta

Cheesy Ground Beef-Stuffed Shells with Creamy Ricotta Delight

Indulge in Cheesy Ground Beef-Stuffed Shells with Creamy Ricotta, a comfort meal that is perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 12 pieces Large Pasta Shells
  • 1 pound Ground Beef
  • 15 ounces Ricotta Cheese
  • 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
  • 1 large Egg binds filling
  • 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Assembly
  • 3 cups Marinara Sauce homemade or store-bought
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese for topping
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil or Parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • large mixing bowl
  • Large pot
  • baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat for 6-8 minutes until browned.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked ground beef with ricotta, mozzarella, egg, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta shells for about 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  5. Carefully fill each pasta shell with the filling and place in a greased baking dish.
  6. Pour the marinara sauce over the shells and sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top.
  7. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30-35 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until golden.
  8. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 28gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Allow shells to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy with a side of garlic bread for an extra special touch.

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