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Beef-Stuffed Shells with Creamy Ricotta Filling

Beef-Stuffed Shells with Creamy Ricotta Filling for Cozy Nights

Indulge in Beef-Stuffed Shells with Creamy Ricotta Filling, a gluten-free dish full of comfort and flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 12 pieces Large Pasta Shells
  • 1 pound Ground Beef can substitute with ground turkey
  • 15 ounces Ricotta Cheese can substitute with cottage cheese
  • 1 large Egg or flaxseed mixture for vegan option
  • 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning or fresh herbs like basil
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese or low-fat option
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese or Grana Padano
For Layering
  • 2 cups Marinara Sauce homemade or store-bought

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Heavy Skillet
  • baking dish
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil and cook the large pasta shells for about 8 minutes until al dente. Drain and toss with olive oil.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil and brown the ground beef for 7-10 minutes. Drain excess fat and set aside.
  4. In a bowl, combine browned beef, ricotta, half of the mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  5. Stuff each cooked shell with the filling and arrange them seam-side up in a baking dish.
  6. Spread a thin layer of marinara at the bottom, place the stuffed shells, cover with remaining marinara, and top with remaining mozzarella.
  7. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Customize the recipe by adding vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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