Thanksgiving Leftover Stuffed Shells

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 4
Thanksgiving Leftover Stuffed Shells Recipe
in Pasta

Prep

20 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

18 jumbo pasta shells
1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons turkey broth
2 cups turkey gravy
1/4 cup dry sherry
1/2 cup turkey broth
1 1/2 cups shredded cooked turkey
1 cup prepared stuffing
1 cup ricotta cheese
1/2 cup finely shredded Swiss cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese , divided
1 extra large egg , beaten
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
610
Sugar
7g
Fat
25g
Thanksgiving Leftover Stuffed Shells are a perfect way to use up your Thanksgiving leftovers and creating a brand new meal. It is a delicious and creative way to use the leftover turkey, stuffing, and gravy. This meal is a winner for those who love pasta. The jumbo shells are filled with a rich and creamy mixture of ricotta cheese, shredded turkey, stuffing, Swiss cheese, Parmesan cheese, and herbs. The turkey broth and sherry cooked in the gravy give the dish an amazing depth of flavor. This fantastic and hearty meal will become a family favorite in no time.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.Cook jumbo shells according to package instructions.
3.In a medium saucepan over low heat, whisk together the flour and 3 tablespoons of turkey broth until smooth.
4.Gradually whisk in the remaining turkey broth, turkey gravy, and dry sherry. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly.
5.In a large bowl, stir together the shredded turkey, prepared stuffing, ricotta cheese, Swiss cheese, Parmesan cheese, 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese, extra large egg, and chopped fresh parsley until well combined.
6.Fill the cooked shells with the turkey mixture and place them in a 13x9 inch baking dish.
7.Pour the turkey gravy mixture over the stuffed shells.
8.Sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese.
9.Cover and bake for 30 minutes.
10.Uncover and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes or until heated through and bubbly.

PROS

This recipe is a great way to use up leftover turkey and stuffing from Thanksgiving dinner.

It’s also a delicious and comforting meal that is perfect for a cold winter night.

CONS

This recipe is fairly high in calories and fat content due to the use of cheese, gravy, and stuffing.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe contains protein from the turkey and ricotta cheese, which is essential for building and repairing tissues in the body.
The use of herbs like parsley can aid in digestion and may reduce inflammation.

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