Print

Stuffed Shells 

Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Stuffed shells are a classic Italian-inspired comfort dish made with jumbo pasta shells filled with a creamy ricotta cheese mixture, smothered in marinara sauce, and baked until bubbly. This cheesy, flavorful dish is perfect for family dinners, meal prep, or entertaining guests.

Ingredients

  • Jumbo pasta shells
  • 1 (15 oz) container ricotta cheese
  • 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese (plus extra for topping)
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus extra for topping)
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley or basil, chopped
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 3 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

Cook the pasta shells

  • Boil the jumbo shells according to package instructions until al dente.
  • Drain and let them cool slightly.

2️⃣ Prepare the filling

  • In a bowl, mix ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

3️⃣ Assemble the dish

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Spread a layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
  • Fill each shell with the ricotta mixture and arrange them in the dish, seam side up.
  • Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the shells and sprinkle with extra cheese.

4️⃣ Bake

  • Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  • Remove the foil and bake for another 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

5️⃣ Garnish and serve

  • Sprinkle with fresh parsley or basil and serve warm

Find it online: https://thefamilycooking.com/stuffed-shells/