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The Classic Stuffed Shells I Make for Family Gatherings

The Classic Stuffed Shells I Make for Family Gatherings
Prep
25 min
Cook
30 min
Total
55 min
Serves
6
Calories
488 kcal
Protein
30.00 g
Carbs
35.00 g
Fat
26.00 g

Ingredients

  • 24 piecesjumbo pasta shells (cooked according to package directions)
  • 15 ouncesricotta cheese
  • 3 cupsshredded mozzarella cheese (divided use)
  • 2 teaspoonsItalian seasoning
  • —salt and pepper (to taste)
  • 1egg
  • 1/2 cupgrated parmesan cheese
  • 3 cupsmarinara sauce (divided use)
  • 2 tablespoonsparsley (chopped)
  • 1cooking spray

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Coat a 9"x13" baking pan with cooking spray.

  2. 2

    Spread 1 1/2 cups of the marinara sauce in an even layer in the bottom of the pan.

  3. 3

    Place the ricotta cheese, 1 1/2 cups of mozzarella cheese, Italian seasoning, egg, salt, pepper and parmesan cheese in a bowl. Stir to combine.

  4. 4

    Fill each shell with the ricotta mixture and place in the baking dish.

  5. 5

    Spoon the remaining marinara sauce over the shells, then sprinkle the other 1 1/2 cups of cheese over the top.

  6. 6

    Cover the dish with foil. Bake for 20 minutes. Uncover the pan, then bake for an additional 10 minutes or until cheese is melted and starting to brown.

  7. 7

    Sprinkle with parsley, then serve.