Stuffed Pasta Shells Recipe
Get ready to indulge in a mouthwatering dish that will have you craving more – Stuffed Pasta Shells! These jumbo shells are the perfect vessel for a creamy ricotta and spinach filling, all baked to perfection on a bed of meaty goodness. Each bite is a delectable combination of rich and savory flavors that will have your taste buds dancing with joy.
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Ingredients:
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20 jumbo pasta shells | |
150 grams ground beef | |
150 ml tomato sauce | |
250 grams ricotta | |
75 grams cooked spinach | |
100 grams grated parmesan cheese | |
1 teaspoon oregano | |
1 teaspoon basil | |
1 teaspoon garlic powder | |
salt & pepper to taste |
Nutritional Information
494
Calories
25 g
Fat
28 g
Protein
36 g
Carbs
7 g
Sugars
Directions
1.
Cook the Pasta
To start, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the jumbo pasta shells according to package instructions until they are al dente. Once they are cooked, drain and rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process and set them aside.
While the pasta shells are cooking, heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the ground beef until it is browned and cooked through. Drain any excess grease and add the tomato sauce to the skillet, stirring to combine. Add the oregano, basil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, and let the mixture simmer for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
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2.
The Filling!
Next, in a separate bowl, mix together the ricotta, cooked spinach, and parmesan cheese until they are well combined. Add salt and pepper to taste, and mix well. Spoon the ricotta and spinach mixture into each shell.
Arrange the stuffed shells on top of the meaty layer in your baking dish. Once all the shells are neatly nestled in, top the shells with some extre cheese and let the flavors meld together as you bake this hearty and delicious dish.
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3.
Last step
Bake the Stuffed Pasta Shells in the oven at 180°C for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese on top is melted and bubbly. Once they are finished, remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!
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Notes
To make this dish vegetarian, you can substitute the ground beef with crumbled tofu or meatless ground beef.
Be sure to rinse the cooked pasta shells under cold water to prevent them from sticking together and to cool them down before stuffing them with the ricotta mixture.
You can prepare the meat and tomato sauce mixture in advance to save time when assembling the dish. Just reheat it in the microwave or on the stove before pouring it over the stuffed shells.
For a more flavorful filling, you can add chopped sun-dried tomatoes or roasted red peppers to the ricotta and spinach mixture.
If you prefer a more crispy topping, you can sprinkle some breadcrumbs or grated cheese on top before baking.
This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days before reheating in the oven.
To make the dish more nutritious, you can add some finely chopped vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini to the meat and tomato sauce mixture.
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