Asparagus & Ham Baked Shells Recipe

Name: Asparagus & Ham Baked Shells
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 package jumbo pasta shells (approx. 20); 1 (26 ounce) jar italian cheese sauce; 8 ounces ricotta cheese; 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded (8 oz); 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated; 1 (9 ounce) package frozen asparagus, cooked according to package directions and chopped; 1 1/2 cups ham, diced small (7 1/2 oz); 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1
Heat Oven to 350 degrees.
2
Prepare Shells according to package directions.
3
Rinse under cold water and drain.
4
Cover& set aside.
5
In a medium bowl, Mix ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, asparagus, ham, salt, garlic powder& peper.
6
Mix well.
7
Pour 1 cup Italian cheese Sauce into a 9 x 13-inch glass baking dish.
8
Stuff each shell with 1 heaping tablespoon of filling and place in baking dish.
9
Pour remaining sauce over shells.
10
Cover tightly with aluminum foil.
11
Bake on middle rack for 45 minutes or until bubbly.
12
Remove from oven and let sit 5 minutes before serving.
13
*TIP: If asparagus is fresh, use approximately 1 1/2 cups chopped.

676

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 package jumbo pasta shells (approx. 20), 1 (26 ounce) jar italian cheese sauce, 8 ounces ricotta cheese, 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded (8 oz), and more.

Yes, Asparagus & Ham Baked Shells falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Asparagus & Ham Baked Shells

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