Cheese Filled Jumbo Shells

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Cheese Filled Jumbo Shells recipe, a crowd-pleasing vegetarian dish that's rich, creamy, and bursting with cheesy goodness. Perfectly cooked jumbo pasta shells are generously stuffed with a luscious blend of ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese, enhanced with aromatic garlic and fresh parsley for a flavorful twist. Baked to perfection in a layer of tangy marinara sauce and topped with melted mozzarella, these cheese-stuffed shells are a warm, hearty meal that's easy enough for a weeknight dinner yet elegant enough for entertaining. Ready in under an hour, this recipe combines simple ingredients with Italian-inspired flavors, making it a go-to for family meals or potluck gatherings. Serve it with a crisp green salad and garlic bread for a satisfying, oven-baked feast everyone will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 ounces Jumbo pasta shells
• 2 cups Ricotta cheese
• 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 3 cups Marinara sauce
• 1 teaspoon Olive oil (for greasing)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with olive oil.

Step 2

Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, 1 cup of shredded mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, egg, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

Step 4

Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

Step 5

Stuff each cooked pasta shell with about 2 tablespoons of the cheese mixture and arrange them in a single layer in the baking dish.

Step 6

Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the filled shells, ensuring each shell is coated with sauce.

Step 7

Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.

Step 8

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

Step 10

Let the dish cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with additional parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1896.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2493.2

Total Fat 139.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 74.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 721.7mg	0%
Sodium 6102.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 166.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.4g	0%
Total Sugars 20.7g
Protein 158.3g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 4209.1mg	0%
Iron 8.4mg	0%
Potassium 822.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.1%

Protein: 24.8%

Carbs: 26.1%