Super Cheesy Stuffed Shells
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Super Cheesy Stuffed Shells—a dream dish for cheese lovers! Jumbo pasta shells are generously filled with a creamy, three-cheese mixture of ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan, infused with the freshness of chopped parsley and a hint of seasoning. Smothered in rich marinara sauce and topped with even more melted mozzarella, this baked pasta perfection comes together in just 45 minutes from prep to table. Perfectly golden and bubbling, this dish makes for an impressive yet easy meal that’s ideal for family dinners or entertaining guests. Serve warm with a fresh salad or crusty garlic bread for a restaurant-quality experience right at home.
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Ingredients
- 16 Jumbo pasta shells
- 2 cups Ricotta cheese
- 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 Egg
- 3 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 3 cups Marinara sauce
- 1 cup Extra shredded mozzarella cheese (for topping)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the jumbo pasta shells according to package instructions. Drain and set them aside to cool slightly.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, 2 cups of shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, egg, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
Step 4
Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce evenly over the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Step 5
Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the cheese mixture into each cooked shell and place the stuffed shells seam-side up in the prepared baking dish.
Step 6
Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the stuffed shells, making sure they are fully covered.
Step 7
Sprinkle the extra 1 cup of shredded mozzarella evenly over the top.
Step 8
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
Step 9
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese on top is melted and bubbly.
Step 10
Garnish with additional chopped parsley, if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (3470.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4311.7 |
| Total Fat 87.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 39.2g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 301.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3915.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 726.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 38.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 47.8g | |
| Protein 173.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2268.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 32.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1575.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories