Description

Indulge in the comforting flavors of Stuffed Shells with Meat, a delightful dish perfect for family dinners or meal prep. These jumbo pasta shells are generously filled with a creamy ricotta mixture and savory ground beef, all enveloped in a rich marinara sauce and topped with melted mozzarella. Whether you’re hosting a cozy gathering or looking for an easy weeknight meal, this recipe delivers satisfaction in every bite.

Ingredients

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1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
3/4 – 1 lb ground beef
24 oz marinara sauce
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
32 oz ricotta cheese
2 eggs
1 cup cooked spinach, drained and chopped
1/4 cup mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp kosher salt
1 box jumbo shells
2 cups mozzarella cheese
Fresh parsley, for serving

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Cook jumbo shells according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil and sauté diced bell peppers until soft. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Stir in marinara sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper; let simmer briefly.
In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, chopped spinach, eggs, mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, and salt; mix well.
Stuff each shell with the ricotta mixture and place them in a greased baking dish over some meat sauce.
Pour remaining meat sauce over stuffed shells and cover with foil. Bake for 20 minutes.
Remove foil, add mozzarella on top, increase oven temperature to 375°F (190°C), and bake for an additional 15 minutes until bubbly.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 stuffed shell (150g)
Calories: 380
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 720mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 22g
Cholesterol: 85mg