Cheese-Filled Jumbo Shells Recipe

Name: Cheese-Filled Jumbo Shells
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Pasta & Noodles
Ingredients: 1 (12 oz.) pkg. jumbo shells (uncooked); 4 c. (2 lb.) Ricotta cheese; 2 c. (8 oz.) shredded Mozzarella cheese; 3/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese; 3 eggs; 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley; 3/4 tsp. oregano; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. pepper; 3 1/2 c. (32 oz. jar) spaghetti sauce

Servings: persons

1 (12 oz.) pkg. jumbo shells (uncooked)
4 c. (2 lb.) Ricotta cheese
2 c. (8 oz.) shredded Mozzarella cheese
3/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese
3 eggs
1 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley
3/4 tsp. oregano
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
3 1/2 c. (32 oz. jar) spaghetti sauce

1
Cook shells per package directions.
2
Drain.
3
Cool in single layer on waxed paper or aluminum foil.
4
In a large bowl, combine cheeses, eggs, parsley, oregano, salt and pepper.
5
Fill each shell with about 2 tablespoons of cheese mixture.
6
Spread a thin layer of sauce on bottom of rectangular pan (13 x 9 x 2-inch).
7
Place filled shells, open side down, in single layer in pan.
8
Cover with remaining sauce.
9
Sprinkle with additional Parmesan cheese, if desired.
10
Cover with foil; bake at 350u00b0 for about 35 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.
11
Fills about 36 shells.

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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: 1 (12 oz.) pkg. jumbo shells (uncooked), 4 c. (2 lb.) Ricotta cheese, 2 c. (8 oz.) shredded Mozzarella cheese, 3/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese, and more.

Yes, Cheese-Filled Jumbo 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.

Cheese-Filled Jumbo Shells

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