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Million Dollar Stuffed Shells

Million Dollar Stuffed Shells

Cost $15, save $25

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  • 50 Min
  • 6 Servings
  • $15

INGREDIENTS

  • Pasta

    • 12 ounces dried jumbo shell macaroni

  • Meat

    • 1 pound bulk Italian sausage

  • Vegetables

    • 🧅 1 cup chopped onion
    • 1 cup chopped bell pepper

  • Condiments and seasonings

    • 1 (24-ounce) jar marinara sauce
    • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
    • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional)

  • Dairy

    • 1 (16-ounce) container cottage cheese
    • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
    • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided

  • Herbs

    • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, plus more for garnish

STEPS

1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

2

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook pasta 2 minutes less than package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water until cool.

3

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add Italian sausage, onion, bell pepper, and garlic; cook and stir until sausage is browned and fully cooked.

4

Add marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper, if using. Cook over medium heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, to meld flavors.

5

Spread 2 cups of sauce in the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.

6

Combine cottage cheese, 1 cup mozzarella cheese, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, and parsley in a bowl.

7

Divide cheese mixture between pasta shells, stuffing with 1 scant tablespoon per shell.

8

Arrange shells evenly over sauce in the baking dish.

9

Spoon remaining sauce over shells and sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.

10

Bake, uncovered, until cheese is melted and sauce is bubbly, approximately 25 minutes. Tent loosely with foil if it starts to get over browned.

11

Garnish with additional parsley and serve.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

638

Calories

  • 38
    Protein
  • 43
    Carbs
  • 35
    Fats

💡 Cook the shells slightly less than al dente since they will finish cooking in the oven.Tent with foil if the cheese starts to brown too quickly.You can substitute ricotta for cottage cheese for a more traditional taste.Add crushed red pepper only if you enjoy a bit of heat.