Creamy Pesto-Stuffed Shells Recipe

Name: Creamy Pesto-Stuffed Shells
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 24 jumbo pasta shells, uncooked; 1 lb. lean ground beef Safeway 1 lb For $3.99 thru 02/09; 1 small onion, chopped King Sooper's 1 lb For $0.99 thru 02/09; 1 tub (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese Spread; 1/4 cup plus 1 Tbsp. milk, divided; 2 Tbsp. CLASSICO Traditional Basil Pesto Sauce and Spread; 1 cup POLLY-O Natural Part Skim Ricotta Cheese; 1 cup KRAFT Shredded Mozzarella Cheese with a TOUCH OF PHILADELPHIA, divided; 1/4 cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese; 2 cups CLASSICO FAMILY FAVORITES Traditional Pasta Sauce

Servings: persons

24 jumbo pasta shells, uncooked
1 lb. lean ground beef Safeway 1 lb For $3.99 thru 02/09
1 small onion, chopped King Sooper's 1 lb For $0.99 thru 02/09
1 tub (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese Spread
1/4 cup plus 1 Tbsp. milk, divided
2 Tbsp. CLASSICO Traditional Basil Pesto Sauce and Spread
1 cup POLLY-O Natural Part Skim Ricotta Cheese
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Mozzarella Cheese with a TOUCH OF PHILADELPHIA, divided
1/4 cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese
2 cups CLASSICO FAMILY FAVORITES Traditional Pasta Sauce

1
Heat oven to 350 degrees F.
2
Cook pasta shells as directed on package, omitting salt.
3
Meanwhile, brown beef with onions in large skillet; drain.
4
Remove from heat.
5
Mix cream cheese spread, 2 Tbsp.
6
milk and pesto until blended; stir 3/4 cup into meat.
7
Add ricotta, 1/2 cup mozzarella and Parmesan; mix well.
8
Drain shells; stuff with meat mixture.
9
Spread 1 cup sauce onto bottom of 13x9-inch baking dish; top with shells and remaining sauce.
10
Cover.
11
Bake 25 min.
12
Mix remaining cream cheese mixture and milk; drizzle over shells.
13
Top with remaining mozzarella; bake, uncovered, 5 min.
14
or until melted.

3272

kcal

Calories

Fat

539

Carbs

132

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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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: 24 jumbo pasta shells, uncooked, 1 lb. lean ground beef Safeway 1 lb For $3.99 thru 02/09, 1 small onion, chopped King Sooper's 1 lb For $0.99 thru 02/09, 1 tub (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese Spread, and more.

Yes, Creamy Pesto-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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Creamy Pesto-Stuffed Shells

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