Stuffed cheese shells are a delicious and satisfying dinner option! Here’s a simple recipe for stuffed cheese shells:
Ingredients:
- 16 large pasta shells (jumbo shells)
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- Optional: additional shredded mozzarella for topping
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the pasta shells according to the package instructions until they are al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, egg, chopped parsley, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are combined.
- Spoon the cheese mixture into each cooked pasta shell, filling them generously.
- Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
- Arrange the stuffed pasta shells in the baking dish in a single layer.
- Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the stuffed shells, covering them evenly.
- If desired, sprinkle some additional shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, until the cheese on top is golden and slightly crispy.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve the stuffed cheese shells hot.
These stuffed cheese shells are versatile, so feel free to customize the filling with ingredients like sautéed spinach, cooked ground meat, or additional herbs and spices to suit your taste. Enjoy your cheesy and delicious dinner!
