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Stuffed Shells with Ground Beef – A Hearty Italian-Inspired Comfort Meal

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Savory stuffed pasta shells filled with seasoned ground beef, ricotta, and mozzarella, baked in rich marinara sauce and topped with melted cheese. A cozy, crowd-pleasing classic.

Ingredients

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  • 20–25 jumbo pasta shells

  • 1 lb ground beef

  • 1 small onion, finely chopped

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

  • 15 oz ricotta cheese

  • 1 large egg

  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella, divided

  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan, divided

  • 3 cups marinara sauce

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • Olive oil, for sautéing

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Cook pasta shells until al dente, rinse with cold water, and set aside.

  • In a skillet, sauté onion in olive oil until soft. Add garlic, then ground beef and Italian seasoning. Cook until browned. Drain excess fat.

  • In a bowl, combine ricotta, egg, 1 cup mozzarella, 1/3 cup Parmesan, and cooked beef mixture. Mix well.

  • Spread 1 1/2 cups marinara in a 9×13” baking dish.

  • Fill each shell with beef mixture and place in dish.

  • Top with remaining marinara, 1 cup mozzarella, and 1/4 cup Parmesan.

  • Cover with foil and bake 25 minutes. Uncover and bake 10–15 minutes more.

  • Rest 5–10 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Add spinach or mushrooms for extra veggies.

  • Freeze before or after baking for a ready-to-go meal.

  • Use ground turkey or sausage as a variation.

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