Beef and Ricotta Stuffed Shells

Est. Cost: $12.00 | $2.00 per person

Jumbo pasta shells filled with seasoned beef and creamy ricotta, baked under a layer of marinara sauce.

Ingredients

Directions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.

Step 2: Cook jumbo shells according to package directions until al dente. Drain and let cool slightly.

Step 3: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook finely diced beef for 6-8 minutes until browned. Drain excess fat.

Step 4: Add garlic and cook 30 seconds. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.

Step 5: In a large bowl, mix ricotta, cooked beef, beaten egg, Parmesan, and parsley.

Step 6: Spread half the pasta sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 baking dish.

Step 7: Fill each shell with the ricotta-beef mixture and nestle into the dish.

Step 8: Spoon remaining sauce over the shells.

Step 9: Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.

Step 10: Remove foil and bake 10-15 minutes more until bubbly.

Step 11: Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

Chef's Tip: Cook the shells just until al dente — they'll continue cooking in the oven.

Serve with Garlic bread and a side salad.