Irresistible Ricotta Stuffed Shells
Indulge in the heartwarming delight of ricotta stuffed shells, a comforting dish perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. Tender pasta shells are generously filled with creamy ricotta, melty mozzarella, and fresh basil, all topped with rich marinara sauce and baked to perfection. This recipe not only delivers on flavor but also creates an inviting aroma that fills your kitchen, enticing everyone to the table for a memorable meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6 (12 stuffed shells) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 large pasta shells
- 1 cup ricotta cheese (whole milk)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1/4 cup fresh basil (chopped)
- 1 large egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the pasta shells in boiling salted water until al dente; drain carefully.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, basil, egg, salt, and pepper until creamy.
- Generously fill each shell with the ricotta mixture and arrange them in a baking dish.
- Pour marinara sauce over the stuffed shells ensuring they are fully covered.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; uncover and bake for another 10 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed shells (about 200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 70mg