Beef and Tomato Stuffed Shells Recipe

Name: Beef and Tomato Stuffed Shells
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 24 large pasta shells, uncooked; 1 lb ground beef; ½ cup chopped onion; ½ teaspoon pepper; ¼ teaspoon garlic powder; ¼ teaspoon dry crushed red pepper; 1 ¼ cups beef broth; 1 (7 ounce) jar sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, DRAINED; ½ cup pesto sauce; 2 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 (26 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce; ½ cup red wine; 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Servings: persons

24 large pasta shells, uncooked
1 lb ground beef
½ cup chopped onion
½ teaspoon pepper
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon dry crushed red pepper
1 ¼ cups beef broth
1 (7 ounce) jar sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, DRAINED
½ cup pesto sauce
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 (26 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
½ cup red wine
1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese

1
Cook shells in boiling water to desired doneness; rinse in cool water and drain.
2
Cook ground beef and onion in a large skillet until brown and crumbly; drain.
3
Add pepper, garlic powder, and red pepper; set aside.
4
Combine beef broth, drained dried tomatoes, pesto, and garlic in blender; cover and process until well blended into a smooth puree.
5
Stir tomato mixture into beef mixture.
6
Spoon 1 heaping tablespoonful of ground beef mixture into each shell.
7
Arrange shells in a lightly greased 13x9 inch baking dish.
8
Combine spaghetti sauce and wine, and pour evenly over shells.
9
Cover and bake at 375 degrees for 30-40 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
10
Uncover; sprinkle with cheese, and bake and additional 5-10 minutes or until cheese is melted.

2729

kcal

Calories

Fat

467

Carbs

113

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 24 large pasta shells, uncooked, 1 lb ground beef, ½ cup chopped onion, ½ teaspoon pepper, and more.

Yes, Beef and Tomato Stuffed Shells 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.

Beef and Tomato Stuffed Shells

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