🍝🧀🥩 Beef-Stuffed Shells with Creamy Ricotta Filling
Introduction
Beef-Stuffed Shells with Creamy Ricotta Filling is a rich and comforting Italian-inspired dish featuring jumbo pasta shells filled with a savory mixture of seasoned ground beef and creamy ricotta cheese. Baked in a flavorful tomato sauce and topped with melted cheese, this dish is perfect for family dinners, special occasions, or when you crave a hearty, satisfying meal.
Nutritional Information (approximate per serving – based on 6 servings)
Calories: 520 kcal
Protein: 30 g
Carbohydrates: 42 g
Fat: 26 g
Saturated Fat: 13 g
Fiber: 3 g
Sodium: 750 mg
Values vary depending on ingredients used.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
20–24 jumbo pasta shells
400–500 g ground beef
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion (chopped)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
Ricotta Filling
1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 egg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Sauce
2 cups marinara sauce
1/2 cup tomato sauce
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Topping
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
Optional Add-ins
Spinach (chopped)
Mushrooms
Chili flakes
Fresh basil or parsley
Instructions
Step 1: Cook Pasta Shells
Boil shells in salted water until al dente.
Drain and set aside to cool.
Step 2: Cook Beef
Heat olive oil in a skillet.
Cook ground beef until browned.
Add onion and cook until soft.
Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute.
