Baked Pasta Shells With Ricotta-Real Simple Recipe

Name: Baked Pasta Shells With Ricotta-Real Simple
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 20 large pasta shells; 1 1/2 cups fresh ricotta; 2 egg yolks; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, divided; 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated; 2 teaspoons fresh sage or 2 teaspoons rosemary, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 24 -26 ounces marinara sauce; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Servings: persons

20 large pasta shells
1 1/2 cups fresh ricotta
2 egg yolks
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, divided
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
2 teaspoons fresh sage or 2 teaspoons rosemary, finely chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
24 -26 ounces marinara sauce
2 tablespoons unsalted butter

1
Cook shells 7-8 minutes until almost al dente. Drain and return to the pot. Drizzle with oil and toss.
2
Preheat oven to 375u00b0F.
3
Meanwhile, combine ricotta, salt, 1/8 tsp of pepper, egg yolks, and 1/8 cup parmesan.
4
Melt the butter in skillet over medium heat. Add the herb of choice and cook until butter is brown.
5
Spread 1/4 cup of the marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish or casserole.
6
Carefully spoon about 1 1/2 tbsp of the ricotta filling into each shell and place into the casserole dish.
7
Pour the rest of the sauce over the shells.
8
Combine the Parmesan cheese with 1/4 tsp pepper and sprinkle over the shells.
9
Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes--sauce should be bubbly. Remove foil and bake for 10 minutes until lightly golden brown.
10
Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

2197

kcal

Calories

Fat

374

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 20 large pasta shells, 1 1/2 cups fresh ricotta, 2 egg yolks, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Baked Pasta Shells With Ricotta-Real Simple falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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.

Baked Pasta Shells With Ricotta-Real Simple

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