This quick and easy stuffed shells recipe is a perfect choice for a weeknight dinner. Filled with a creamy cottage cheese filling and topped with marinara sauce, these stuffed pasta shells deliver cheesy comfort food that the whole family will love.
The recipe is simple to follow and can be prepared in under an hour, making it ideal for busy evenings.
Delicious Stuffed Pasta Shells with Marinara Sauce
These stuffed shells are filled with a delightful mixture of cottage cheese, mozzarella, and herbs, then baked in marinara sauce for a satisfying meal. This recipe serves 4 and takes about 45 minutes from start to finish.
Ingredients
- 12 jumbo pasta shells
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil the jumbo pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.
- Prepare the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Stuff the Shells: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Fill each cooked pasta shell with the cheese mixture and place them in a baking dish.
- Add Marinara Sauce: Pour marinara sauce over the stuffed shells, ensuring they are well covered.
- Bake: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired, and serve hot.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 servings
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
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