Classic stuffed shells:
Ingredients:
- 1 box jumbo pasta shells
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- Additional mozzarella and Parmesan for topping
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to the package instructions. Make sure not to overcook them, as they will continue to cook in the oven. Drain and set aside.
- Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, egg, chopped parsley, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- Pour about 1 cup of marinara sauce into the bottom of a baking dish.
- Stuff each cooked pasta shell with the cheese mixture and place them in the baking dish.
- Once all the shells are filled, pour the remaining marinara sauce over the top. You can also sprinkle additional mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the shells are heated through and the cheese is melted.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired.
- Allow the stuffed shells to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Enjoy your delicious stuffed shells! You can customize the filling and sauce to suit your taste preferences, adding ingredients like spinach, ground meat, or herbs for extra flavor.
