Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Stuffed Shells with Meat, a satisfying dish perfect for any occasion. These jumbo pasta shells are generously filled with a creamy ricotta and spinach mixture, complemented by a hearty ground beef marinara sauce. Not only are they delicious, but they also offer versatility for meal prep, making it easy to enjoy throughout the week. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a quiet family dinner, these stuffed shells will surely impress.
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 box jumbo shells
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese
- Fresh parsley, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook jumbo shells in boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté diced bell peppers until soft. Add ground beef and cook until browned; stir in marinara sauce and seasonings.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, spinach, eggs, mozzarella, and seasoning; mix well.
- Stuff each shell with the ricotta mixture and place them in a baking dish lined with meat sauce.
- Pour remaining meat sauce over the shells and sprinkle mozzarella on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes; uncover and bake an additional 15 minutes at 375°F until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed shell (145g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg