Cheesy Shell Lasagna

Indulge in the comforting layers of flavor with this Cheesy Shell Lasagna—an irresistible twist on classic lasagna that's perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests. This recipe features jumbo pasta shells generously stuffed with a creamy ricotta mixture, then topped with a savory meat sauce made from browned ground beef and fragrant Italian seasoning. Baked to bubbly perfection under a blanket of melted mozzarella and Parmesan, each bite delivers a rich, cheesy, and hearty experience. With just 20 minutes of prep, this baked pasta dish serves as an easy yet elegant dinner solution. Serve it fresh out of the oven for a crowd-pleasing meal that's guaranteed to satisfy your craving for Italian comfort food. Ideal keywords: cheesy shell lasagna, stuffed pasta recipe, baked Italian dinner, family-friendly lasagna.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 pieces Jumbo pasta shells
• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 cup Ricotta cheese
• 2 cups Mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese
• 24 ounces Jarred marinara sauce
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the jumbo pasta shells and cook until al dente, about 10 minutes. Drain and set aside to cool.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess grease.

Step 4

Stir in the marinara sauce, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper into the skillet with the cooked ground beef. Simmer for 5 minutes, then remove from heat.

Step 5

In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, and the egg. Mix until smooth.

Step 6

Spread a thin layer of the meat sauce in the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 7

Stuff each cooked pasta shell with the ricotta cheese mixture and place them in the baking dish, open-side up.

Step 8

Pour the remaining meat sauce over the stuffed shells, ensuring they are fully covered.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Step 11

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 12

Let the Cheesy Shell Lasagna rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1847.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3133.5

Total Fat 216.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 100.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.0g
Cholesterol 907.2mg	0%
Sodium 7860.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 104.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.7g	0%
Total Sugars 38.4g
Protein 210.9g	0%

Vitamin D 89.9IU	0%
Calcium 3674.2mg	0%
Iron 16.7mg	0%
Potassium 3363.3mg	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: 60.7%

Protein: 26.2%

Carbs: 13.1%