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Stuffed Shells with Meat

Stuffed Shells with Meat
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Indulge in the comfort of Stuffed Shells with Meat, a delightful dish that combines tender jumbo pasta shells filled with a rich, savory mixture of ground beef and creamy ricotta. Baked in a luscious marinara sauce and topped with gooey mozzarella, this hearty meal is perfect for family dinners or gatherings. With straightforward preparation steps, even novice cooks can impress their loved ones with this Italian-inspired classic. Customize your filling by adding fresh vegetables or spices for an extra flavor kick. Enjoy these cheesy meat-filled shells that promise to become a favorite in your household.

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
  • Fresh parsley, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook jumbo shells according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
  3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and sauté diced bell peppers until soft. Add ground beef and cook until browned; stir in marinara sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, spinach, eggs, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese; mix until smooth.
  5. Fill each cooked shell generously with the ricotta mixture.
  6. Spread some meat sauce on the bottom of a baking dish; arrange stuffed shells in a single layer over the sauce and pour remaining sauce on top.
  7. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes; uncover, sprinkle with mozzarella cheese, increase temperature to 375°F (190°C), and bake for another 15 minutes until golden.

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