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Easy Stuffed Shells

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Comforting and easy-to-make stuffed pasta shells filled with a creamy ricotta mixture and topped with marinara and mozzarella.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box of jumbo pasta shells
  • 15 oz ricotta cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 1–2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan
  • 24 oz marinara sauce
  • 1 tablespoon dried Italian herbs
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: chopped spinach or parsley

Instructions

  1. Cook the jumbo pasta shells in boiling water until almost done, then drain and cool slightly.
  2. In a bowl, mix ricotta, egg, half the mozzarella, parmesan, herbs, and salt and pepper. Add chopped spinach if desired.
  3. Pour half the marinara sauce into a baking dish.
  4. Stuff each pasta shell with the ricotta mixture and place them in the baking dish.
  5. Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the stuffed shells and sprinkle with the remaining mozzarella.
  6. Bake at 375°F for about 25 minutes, or until bubbly and golden.

Notes

Great for make-ahead meals; leftovers are even better the next day. Serve with garlic bread and a side salad.

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