Name: Beef And Ricotta Stuffed Shells
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 12
Ingredients: 1 package jumbo pasta shells you can use gluten free; 32 oz ricotta; 12 oz mozzarella shredded; 2 eggs lightly beaten; 1 tbsp garlic powder; 1 tsp dried oregano; 3/4 cup parmesan shredded; 16 oz. jar pasta sauce; 4 cups spinach stems removed and roughly chopped; 1 lb lean ground beef; 1 tbsp italian seasoning; 1 tbsp garlic minced; dried parsley for garnish; salt and pepper to taste

I admit there is something really special about recipes that include pasta or stuffed shells. As far as simplicity goes, most are very easy to make.

But, the reason I love eating it is because of its creamy texture and rich flavor. They always turn out amazing.

That’s why we will make these amazing beef and ricotta stuffed shells, so let’s get right into it.

Beef And Ricotta Stuffed Shells

Yield: 12 servings

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 45 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour

A blend of hearty beef, creamy ricotta, and savory sauce and stuffed shells are all combined together for a dish that will delight almost anyone’s palate.

Ingredients

1 package jumbo pasta shells you can use gluten free
32 oz ricotta
12 oz mozzarella shredded
2 eggs lightly beaten
1 tbsp garlic powder
1 tsp dried oregano
3/4 cup parmesan shredded
16 oz. jar pasta sauce
4 cups spinach stems removed and roughly chopped
1 lb lean ground beef
1 tbsp italian seasoning
1 tbsp garlic minced
dried parsley for garnish
salt and pepper to taste

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 12 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 354Total Fat: 19gSaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 111mgSodium: 658mgCarbohydrates: 14gFiber: 3gSugar: 3gProtein: 32g

Instructions

1. Preheat and Prep: Set your oven to 350°F and warm up a large skillet over medium heat.

Brown and crumble the ground beef along with some minced garlic, sprinkling in Italian seasoning as the beef cooks.

Once browned, drain any excess fat and set the beef aside. In the same skillet, cook the spinach until it wilts, then remove from heat.

Beef With Minced Onion And Italian Seasoning

2. Cook the Pasta: While the beef is cooking, prepare the pasta shells according to the package instructions.

Be sure to cook them just shy of al dente so they keep their shape for stuffing later.

3. Mix the Filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine ricotta, 8 oz. of mozzarella, 1/2 cup of parmesan, eggs, oregano, and garlic powder.

Fold in the cooked spinach and half of the ground beef. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

4. Assemble the Dish: Spread the entire jar of pasta sauce evenly across the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.

Carefully spoon the cheesy filling into the shells, then nestle them closely in the dish with the open side up.

Beef Mixture Combined With Cheese Filling

5. Top it Off: Sprinkle the remaining ground beef over the stuffed shells, followed by the rest of the mozzarella and 1/4 cup of parmesan cheese.

Beef And Ricotta Stuffed Shells Ready For Baking

6. Bake to Perfection: Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and melted.

For an extra golden finish, remove the foil and broil for 3-5 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley, serve, and enjoy!

Freshly Prepared Beef And Ricotta Stuffed Shells

Now that everything is well prepared, you can finally dig in. There is no doubt that anyone who tries this recipe will come back to it more than once because it is just that good.