Stuffed Cheese Shells

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish and spread a layer of spaghetti sauce on the bottom.
2. In a large bowl, combine ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, parsley, basil, thyme, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and well combined.
3. Using a spoon or ice cream scoop, fill each cooked jumbo shell with the cheese mixture. Place stuffed shells in the prepared baking dish on top of the sauce.
4. Pour remaining spaghetti sauce over the shells, then sprinkle additional mozzarella on top. Cover the dish with aluminum foil.
5. Bake for 25 minutes covered. Remove foil and bake an additional 5 minutes until the cheese on top is melted and bubbly.
6. Remove from oven and let stand for a few minutes before serving.

Recipe Details

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 6–8
Difficulty: Easy

Variations & Substitutions

• Add cooked spinach or sautéed mushrooms to the cheese filling for extra veggies.
• Substitute part of the ricotta with cottage cheese for a lighter texture.
• Use homemade marinara or a jarred sauce of your choice.
• Sprinkle red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.

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