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Stuffed Shells Recipe

INGREDIENTS 

1 (12 oz) package jumbo pasta shells ▢1 egg beaten ▢16 oz ricotta cheese ▢1 1/2 cups shredded Parmesan cheese divided ▢1 cup grated Parmesan cheese divided ▢1/2 tbsp dried basil ▢1/4-1/2 tsp salt to taste ▢1/2 tsp round black pepper ▢2 1/2-3 cups pasta sauce spaghetti, pizza or tomato/basil

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STEP-1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

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STEP-2

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.

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STEP-3

In a large bowl, mix egg, ricotta, half the mozzarella, half the Parmesan, basil, salt and pepper until well combined.

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STEP-4

Add half the sauce to the bottom of a 9×13 baking dish. Stuff cooked shells with ricotta mixture and place in the baking dish over the pasta sauce. (you should have 18-20 shells).

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STEP-5

In a medium bowl, stir together pasta sauce and reserved mozzarella and Parmesan. Pour over stuffed shells.

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STEP-6

Bake in a preheated oven for about 30 minutes, until edges are bubbly and shells are slightly set.

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