Cheesy Beef Stuffed Shells: The Best Comfort Food Recipe
Indulge in the rich flavors of cheesy beef stuffed shells that make for the ultimate comfort food.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- 12 jumbo pasta shells
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic until the beef is browned. Drain excess fat.
- In a bowl, mix cooked beef with ricotta cheese, half of the mozzarella, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff each pasta shell with the beef mixture.
- Spread half of the marinara sauce in the bottom of a baking dish. Place stuffed shells on top, then cover with remaining sauce and mozzarella.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add herbs such as basil or parsley to the cheese mixture.
- Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.