Description
A warm and cheesy pasta dish filled with a delicious beef and ricotta mixture, perfect for family meals.
Ingredients
- 20–25 jumbo pasta shells
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 15 oz ricotta cheese
- 1 egg
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella, divided
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 small onion, diced (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley or basil (optional)
Instructions
- Boil pasta shells until al dente. Drain and rinse with cool water.
- In a skillet, brown ground beef with garlic and Italian seasoning. Let cool.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta, egg, 1 cup mozzarella, parmesan, and herbs. Stir in beef.
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Spread 1 cup marinara in a 9×13 dish.
- Stuff each shell with beef mixture and place in the dish. Top with remaining sauce and cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Uncover and bake for 10 more until bubbly.
- Rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve with a green salad or steamed vegetables. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian