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Pasta Shells with Ground Beef

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A hearty and satisfying dish featuring jumbo pasta shells stuffed with ricotta, topped with a savory beef and marinara sauce mixture, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Filling
  • 12 oz jumbo pasta shells
  • 1 lb ground beef Make sure to fully cook.
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese Mixed with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Sauce and Toppings
  • 2 cups marinara sauce Feel free to use store-bought.
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded For topping.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated For topping.
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil for garnish (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook the pasta shells according to package instructions until they are al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with the diced onion and minced garlic until the beef is browned. Drain any excess fat.
  4. Stir in the marinara sauce, and season with salt and pepper.
  5. In a bowl, mix the ricotta cheese with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  6. Stuff each pasta shell with the ricotta mixture, then place them in a baking dish.
Baking
  1. Pour the beef and marinara sauce mixture over the stuffed shells.
  2. Top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
  3. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes; then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  4. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 28gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 780mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4g

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place in the oven at a low temperature or microwave until warmed through. Make the shells and filling ahead of time to save cooking time.
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