Easy Stuffed Shells
This Easy Stuffed Shells recipe is a cheesy, comforting, weeknight miracle. With minimal effort and maximum flavor, it’s your go-to meal when you want to impress without the stress. Jumbo pasta shells packed with ricotta, beef, and Italian herbs, baked in marinara and topped with gooey cheese.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- 9x13 inch baking dish
- Mixing bowl
- Spoon or piping bag
- Oven
Ingredients
- 12 oz jumbo pasta shells
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 24 oz jar marinara sauce
- 15 oz container ricotta cheese
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg, beaten
- 0.25 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook pasta shells until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a skillet, brown ground beef. Drain fat. Add onion and garlic; cook 5 minutes.
- Stir in 1 cup of marinara sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta, Parmesan, egg, parsley, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Spoon beef mixture and ricotta filling into cooked shells.
- Spread remaining marinara sauce on the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Arrange stuffed shells in the baking dish and top with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Make ahead and freeze for stress-free dinners. Swap beef for sausage or mushrooms for variety. Use piping bags to stuff shells faster. Great with garlic bread and salad!