Description
Enjoy a healthy twist on a classic dish with these beef-stuffed shells filled with creamy ricotta. Perfect for a festive Christmas meal.
Ingredients
- 12 large pasta shells
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Cook pasta shells according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta, egg, Parmesan, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Stir the cooked beef into the ricotta mixture.
- Stuff each pasta shell with the beef and ricotta filling.
- Spread marinara sauce in a baking dish. Arrange stuffed shells on top.
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the shells.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
- Use whole wheat pasta shells for extra fiber.
- Substitute ground turkey for a leaner option.
- Let shells cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian