4-Cheese Stuffed Shells
Prep time: 20 minutes
Baking time: 45 to 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 12 jumbo pasta shells
- 1 (15-ounce) container ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded provolone cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon minced dried garlic
- 1 1/2 cups chunky tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
- Salt and black pepper
Preparation:
- Cook pasta shells for 10 to 12 minutes, drain. Rinse with cool water, drain again. (Set aside) Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Combine ricotta, provolone, grated Parmesan, parsley, egg, basil and garlic in medium bowl. Stir until well mixed. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Spread 1/2 cup tomato sauce evenly on bottom of 8-inch square baking pan. Place shells in baking pan and fill with ricotta mixture. Spread remaining 1 cup tomato sauce over shells. Cover tightly with aluminum foil.
- Bake, covered for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake until sauce becomes bubbly. (about 15 to 20 minutes)
- Remove from oven and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Place back in oven until cheese is melted. (1 to 2 minutes)
With meat: In large skillet, brown hamburger while shells are boiling, add onions, garlic, salt and pepper. Drain and set aside. (Put meat in shells first, spread extra in sauce around baking pan)
Enjoy! Have a Great Weekend!
Lisa
