Three Cheese Stuffed Shells Italiano

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 4

Delicious Three Cheese Stuffed Shells Italiano recipe for your dinner

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	16 jumbo pasta shells
	1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese , shredded
	1 cup ricotta cheese
	1/2 cup fresh parmesan cheese , grated
	2 eggs , beaten
	1 tablespoon fresh parsley , chopped
	1 can italian tomato sauce ( preseasoned )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

538

Sugar

Fat

26g

Three Cheese Stuffed Shells Italiano is a classic Italian-American dish that is perfect for dinner. The pasta shells are stuffed with a blend of creamy ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, and parmesan cheese, then baked in a flavorful tomato sauce. The dish is filling and satisfying, and is sure to be a hit with your family. This recipe can be easily customized by adding Italian sausage or ground beef to the filling, or by using different types of cheese. It's easy to prepare and perfect for busy weeknights. Serve it with garlic bread and a side salad for a complete meal.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.	Cook the pasta shells in heavily salted boiling water until they are al dente. Remove from heat and rinse with cold water.
3.	In a mixing bowl, combine the eggs, ricotta cheese, half of the mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, and parsley. Mix together until well blended.
4.	Spoon the mixture into the cooked shells.
5.	Arrange the stuffed shells in a baking dish.
6.	Pour the tomato sauce over the top of the shells.
7.	Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top.
8.	Cover the pan with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
9.	Serve and enjoy!

PROS

This dish is quick and easy to prepare, and is perfect for a busy weeknight.

It’s cheesy, flavorful, and filling, making it a crowd-pleaser.

Jumbo pasta shells make this dish easy to portion and serve.

CONS

This dish is high in calories and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a healthy diet.

It may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance or dairy allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish contains protein and calcium from the cheese, and complex carbohydrates from the pasta.
Tomatoes in the sauce provide lycopene, an antioxidant that has been linked to reducing the risk of certain types of cancer.