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Stuffed Shells with Meat

Stuffed Shells with Meat
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Stuffed Shells with Meat are the ultimate comfort food, perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings. This delightful dish features jumbo pasta shells generously filled with a creamy ricotta mixture and a savory meat sauce, all baked to perfection under a blanket of melting mozzarella cheese. Ideal for meal prep, these stuffed shells are simple to make and can easily be customized to fit your taste preferences. Whether you’re feeding a hungry crowd or looking for an easy weeknight dinner solution, this recipe promises to satisfy every palate.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 3/4 – 1 lb ground beef
  • 24 oz marinara sauce
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 32 oz ricotta cheese
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup cooked spinach, drained and chopped
  • 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan
  • 1 box jumbo shells
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese (for topping)
  • Fresh parsley, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook the jumbo shells according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté diced bell peppers until tender. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Stir in marinara sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper; simmer briefly.
  4. In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, chopped spinach, eggs, mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, and salt until smooth.
  5. Fill each shell with the ricotta mixture and arrange them in a baking dish coated with some marinara sauce.
  6. Pour remaining meat sauce over the stuffed shells and cover with foil. Bake for 20 minutes.
  7. Remove foil, add more mozzarella on top, increase heat to 375°F (190°C), and bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes until bubbly.

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