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Unstuffed Shells Pasta Bake

Unstuffed Shells Pasta Bake

Cost $15, save $10

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  • 55 Min
  • 8 Servings
  • $15

INGREDIENTS

  • Pasta

    • 12 ounces medium pasta shells

  • Oils & Seasonings

    • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
    • 🧂 1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
    • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, divided
    • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

  • Proteins

    • 1 pound ground sirloin

  • Vegetables

    • 1 1/2 tablespoons minced garlic

  • Sauces & Dairy

    • 1 (24 ounce) jar marinara sauce
    • 1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
    • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
    • 🧀 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
    • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
    • 🥚 1 large egg
    • 1 cup low-moisture part-skim mozzarella cheese

STEPS

1

Gather all ingredients.

2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta shells and cook until tender yet firm, about 9 minutes. Drain well and set aside.

3

Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a 13x9 inch baking dish with cooking spray.

4

Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high. Add ground sirloin, salt, Italian seasoning, and pepper. Cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes more.

5

Stir marinara sauce into the beef mixture and simmer for 3 minutes. Remove from heat.

6

In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, cream cheese, Parmesan, basil, egg, garlic, salt, Italian seasoning, and pepper until evenly mixed. Fold in cooked pasta.

7

Spread half of the beef mixture in the baking dish. Add pasta mixture and cover with remaining beef mixture. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.

8

Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Uncover, bake for an additional 10 minutes until cheese melts and pasta is heated through.

9

Remove from oven, garnish with basil, and serve warm.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

508

Calories

  • 32
    Protein
  • 28
    Carbs
  • 30
    Fats

💡 Use low-moisture mozzarella for optimal texture.For richer flavor, add a splash of red wine to the beef mixture.This dish can be prepared ahead and refrigerated for up to 24 hours before baking.