How to Make Stuffed Shells - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a delicious, comforting, and crowd-pleasing dinner idea, then look no further than stuffed shells. This classic Italian dish is made by filling pasta shells with a rich and flavorful mixture of cheese, herbs, and sometimes meat, then baking them in a savory tomato sauce. It's a hearty and satisfying meal that's perfect for feeding a hungry family or entertaining guests. Plus, it's a great make-ahead dish that you can prepare in advance and simply pop in the oven when you...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (12 ounce) package jumbo pasta shells
  • 1 (32 ounce) container ricotta cheese
  • 1 pound shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
  • 8 ounces grated Parmesan cheese, divided
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or more to taste
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 (28 ounce) jar pasta sauce
  • 8 ounces sliced fresh mushrooms

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 1 9x13-inch casserole

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until tender yet firm to the bite, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain.
  • While the pasta is cooking, mix ricotta cheese, 1/2 of the mozzarella cheese, 1/2 of the Parmesan cheese, eggs, parsley, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until well combined.
  • Combine pasta sauce and mushrooms in a medium bowl. Add remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses; stir until well combined.
  • Stuff shells with ricotta mixture and place in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Pour pasta sauce mixture over the shells.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until edges are bubbly and the shells are slightly set, 35 to 60 minutes.
  • Serve hot and enjoy!
  • Nutrition

    550 cal.

    • Total Fat: 25g
    • Saturated Fat: 14g
    • Cholesterol: 116mg
    • Sodium: 1544mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 44g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 38g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 884mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 594mg