Description
The Best Stuffed Shells with Ground Beef are a heartwarming Italian delight that features plump jumbo pasta shells filled with a savory mixture of lean ground beef, creamy ricotta cheese, and gooey mozzarella. Topped with rich marinara sauce and baked until bubbly, this dish is perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknights. Each bite bursts with flavor, making it impossible to resist going back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 jumbo pasta shells
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook the jumbo pasta shells until al dente. Drain and set aside to cool.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Drain excess fat, then mix in ricotta, 1 cup mozzarella, garlic powder, and basil. Season with salt and pepper.
- Generously stuff each shell with the filling and place them in a greased baking dish.
- Pour marinara sauce over the stuffed shells and sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed shells (250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg