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Best Christmas Stuffed Shells

Delicious cheesy stuffed shells baked in marinara sauce, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Holiday, Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Sauce
  • 20 pieces jumbo pasta shells
  • 2 cups marinara sauce Preferably homemade or store-bought
Cheese Filling
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Garnish
  • To taste Fresh basil For garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are blended.
Assembly
  1. Stuff each pasta shell with the cheese mixture and arrange them in a baking dish.
  2. Pour marinara sauce over the stuffed shells, making sure to cover them evenly.
Baking
  1. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  2. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden on top.
  3. Garnish with fresh basil and serve hot.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze wrapped tightly for up to 2 months.