Beef-Stuffed Shells with Creamy Ricotta Filling
Introduction
Beef-stuffed shells are a comforting and indulgent dish, perfect for family dinners or gatherings. The tender pasta shells are packed with a savory beef and creamy ricotta filling, then baked in a rich marinara sauce with melted cheese. It’s a hearty, flavorful meal that’s surprisingly easy to make and guaranteed to impress.
Ingredients
For the shells and filling:
- 20 jumbo pasta shells
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
For the sauce:
- 3 cups marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
For topping:
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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