Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Stuffed Shells with Meat. Each jumbo shell is generously filled with a savory blend of ground beef and Italian sausage, complemented by a rich marinara sauce and topped with gooey melted mozzarella cheese. This dish delivers robust flavors and a satisfying texture that makes it perfect for family gatherings, meal prep, or cozy dinners at home. Easy to prepare and packed with heartiness, these stuffed shells will quickly become a favorite for both kids and adults alike.
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 Italian sausage
- 3/4 – 1 lb ground beef
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 32 oz ricotta cheese
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup cooked spinach, drained and chopped
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the jumbo shells according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced bell peppers and sauté until softened. Add ground sausage and beef; cook until browned. Stir in marinara sauce and seasonings; simmer briefly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, chopped spinach, eggs, mozzarella, and seasonings; mix well.
- Stuff each shell with the ricotta mixture and place in a baking dish layered with meat sauce.
- Pour remaining meat sauce over the shells, cover with foil, and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil, sprinkle additional mozzarella on top, increase heat to 375°F (190°C), and bake uncovered for another 15 minutes or until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed shells (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating fresh herbs into the meat sauce. Customize filling options by adding sautéed mushrooms or zucchini for variation.