Sun-Dried Tomato and Ricotta Stuffed Shells
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Sun-Dried Tomato and Ricotta Stuffed Shells, a delightful dish perfect for family dinners or special occasions. These jumbo pasta shells are generously filled with a creamy ricotta mixture combined with rich sun-dried tomatoes and topped with melty mozzarella. Baked in a savory marinara sauce, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also reheats beautifully, making it ideal for meal prep. Bursting with Italian flavors, this dish promises to impress your guests while being simple enough for weeknight cooking. Customize the filling to suit your taste and enjoy a deliciously satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 12 oz jumbo pasta shells
- 1 ½ cups ricotta cheese
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, finely chopped
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 ½ cups marinara sauce
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the jumbo pasta shells in salted water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, half of the mozzarella, egg, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Fill each pasta shell with the ricotta mixture and arrange them in a baking dish.
- Pour marinara sauce over the stuffed shells; top with remaining mozzarella.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve garnished with fresh basil and extra cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed shell (approximately 130g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
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