Description
A comforting dish featuring jumbo pasta shells stuffed with a rich mixture of creamy cheeses and fresh herbs, perfect for family dinners and gatherings.
Ingredients
- Jumbo pasta shells
- Ricotta cheese
- Mozerella cheese
- Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- Fresh herbs (basil and parsley)
- Marinara sauce
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- Combine ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, fresh herbs, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Stuff each cooked shell with the cheese mixture.
- Spread a layer of marinara sauce in the bottom of a baking dish and place the stuffed shells on top.
- Pour more marinara sauce over the shells and sprinkle with additional mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for another 10 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Consider pairing with a fresh salad or garlic bread for a complete meal. You can also freeze unbaked stuffed shells for later use.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian