Cheesy Stuffed Shells W- Semi-Homemade Sauce

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1
Cheesy Stuffed Shells with Semi-Homemade Sauce Recipe
in Pasta

Prep

40 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb jumbo pasta shells
16 ounces ricotta cheese ( I used part-skim )
1/2 cup parmesan cheese , grated , divided
2 cups mozzarella cheese , shredded , divided
2 eggs
2 tablespoons garlic powder
2 tablespoons italian seasoning
salt and pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 garlic clove , chopped
1 can Italian-style stewed tomatoes
1 jar marinara sauce

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
591
Sugar
12g
Fat
30g
Cheesy Stuffed Shells with Semi-Homemade Sauce is a classic Italian dish that is both delicious and filling. The pasta shells are stuffed with a mixture of ricotta and mozzarella cheeses, spices, and eggs, and then nestled in a bed of rich tomato sauce. The semi-homemade tomato sauce is a good alternative to making sauce from scratch and can be whipped up quickly for an easy weeknight dinner. This recipe serves 8 and can be doubled or halved to accommodate a larger or smaller crowd. Serve with a green salad and garlic bread to complete your Italian feast.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.Prepare pasta according to package instructions and drain.
3.In a large bowl, mix ricotta cheese, half of the parmesan cheese, 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, eggs, garlic powder, italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
4.Stuff each pasta shell with the cheese mixture.
5.In a separate pan, heat olive oil and chopped garlic over medium heat until aromatic.
6.Add stewed tomatoes and marinara sauce, stirring frequently.
7.Pour 1/2 of the sauce into a baking dish.
8.Arrange stuffed shells on top of the sauce, then pour remaining sauce over the top.
9.Sprinkle with remaining parmesan and mozzarella cheese.
10.Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
11.Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

These stuffed shells are a classic Italian dish that are sure to please the whole family.

They can be prepared ahead of time and baked when ready to eat.

The semi-homemade sauce is quick and easy to make.

CONS

This dish is high in calories and fat.

It may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance.

It requires some prep work to stuff the shells.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish is not particularly healthy, it does contain some protein and calcium from the cheese.
The garlic in the recipe has been linked to some anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting benefits.

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