Stuffed Shells

Stuffed Shells

Ingredients

1 lb. ground beef

18 jumbo pasta shells

4 oz. shredded mozzarella cheese

3 oz. fresh baby spinach (chopped)

1 cup ricotta cheese

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 egg

2 cups marinara or pasta sauce

1 tsp Italian seasoning

1/2 tsp garlic powder

Salt & pepper to taste

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Instructions

1. Cook the Pasta Shells

Boil the jumbo shells in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside to cool.

2. Prepare the Filling

In a skillet, cook the ground beef until browned. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Drain excess grease.

In a bowl, mix the ricotta, spinach, cooked ground beef, 1/4 cup Parmesan, 1/2 of the mozzarella, and the egg. Stir until well combined.

3. Stuff the Shells

Fill each cooked shell with about 2 tablespoons of the meat mixture.

4. Assemble

Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce in the bottom of a baking dish.

Place stuffed shells on top. Pour the remaining sauce over the shells.

Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.

5. Bake

Cover with foil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25 minutes. Uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is melted