Kate's Saucy Stuffed Shells 2 Ways (3 Cheese & Sausage Meat) Recipe

Name: Kate's Saucy Stuffed Shells 2 Ways (3 Cheese & Sausage Meat)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: extra-virgin olive oil; 1 12 yellow onions, finely chopped (the half onion is for Meat Filling below); 4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 (15 ounce) cans diced tomatoes; 2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste; 2 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce; 2 cups water; 1 ½ teaspoons brown sugar; 1 tablespoon dried basil; 2 bay leaves; ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; salt, to taste; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped; 1 (16 ounce) container ricotta cheese; 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; ¼ cup parmesan cheese; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped; ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg; ⅛ teaspoon black pepper; salt, to taste; 3 eggs; 12 yellow onion, sauteed (this was sauteed with onion for above Marinara Sauce); 12 lb ground beef; 12 lb mild Italian sausage; 1 egg; ¼ cup parmesan cheese; ¼ cup dry breadcrumbs; 2 garlic cloves, minced

Kate's Saucy Stuffed Shells 2 Ways (3 Cheese & Sausage Meat) – a delicious recipe with extra-virgin olive oil, yellow onions, garlic, tomatoes, tomato paste, tomato sauce. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Meat & Poultry

Servings: persons

extra-virgin olive oil
1 12 yellow onions, finely chopped (the half onion is for Meat Filling below)
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 (15 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
2 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce
2 cups water
1 ½ teaspoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon dried basil
2 bay leaves
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
¼ teaspoon black pepper
salt, to taste
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 (16 ounce) container ricotta cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup parmesan cheese
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
⅛ teaspoon black pepper
salt, to taste
3 eggs
12 yellow onion, sauteed (this was sauteed with onion for above Marinara Sauce)
12 lb ground beef
12 lb mild Italian sausage
1 egg
¼ cup parmesan cheese
¼ cup dry breadcrumbs
2 garlic cloves, minced
⅓ cup milk
2 teaspoons fresh parsley, chopped
5 quarts water
1 tablespoon salt, for pasta water
1 (12 ounce) box jumbo pasta shells
olive oil, for drizzling
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
parmesan cheese, for sprinkling

1
MARINARA SAUCE: In a large pot, saute onions until caramelized in olive oil.
2
Remove 1/3 of sauteed onions from the pot and transfer to a separate bowl and set aside for later use in Meat Filling.
3
(These onions are reserved for use in the Meat Filling in Step 3.)
4
To the pot, add garlic and saute for two minutes more.
5
Add diced tomatoes, tomato paste, tomato sauce, water, sugar, basil, bay leaves, red pepper flakes, black pepper, and salt.
6
Bring to a boil.
7
Simmer sauce for 2 to 3 hours, the longer cooking time the better, stirring occasionally.
8
Discard bay leaves.
9
Stir in parsley and turn off heat.
10
This Marinara Sauce recipe can be substituted for 8-9 cups of jarred marinara sauce.
11
RICOTTA FILLING: To a large bowl, combine 2 cups ricotta, 1 cup mozzarella, 1/4 cup parmesan, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, and salt.
12
Taste test and adjust seasonings.
13
Mix in 3 eggs.
14
Refrigerate until ready to stuff shells.
15
MEAT FILLING: To the bowl with reserved 1/2 sauteed onion (these are the onions reserved from Step 1), add ground beef, sausage, 1 egg, 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/3 cup milk, and 2 teaspoons fresh parsley and mix.
16
Make 13- 2 inch meatballs.
17
Refrigerate until ready to stuff shells.
18
PASTA: Cook shells according to package directions until al dente.
19
Make sure to thoroughly salt the water before adding pasta to prevent sticking.
20
After draining pasta, drizzle with a little olive oil to prevent sticking.
21
Transfer to a large piece of parchment paper.
22
Spread pasta in one layer not touching each other to prevent sticking.
23
ASSEMBLY: Cover bottom of large baking dish with 1/4 inch of Marinara Sauce.
24
Cup a shell in one hand and spoon Ricotta Filling into the shell with the other.
25
Make 13 Ricotta Filled shells.
26
Leave room in between Ricotta Filled shells for Meat Filled shells.
27
Cup a shell in one hand and place meatball into the shell with the other.
28
Place the shells into the baking dish alternating Ricotta Filled with Meat Filled, arranging in a single layer.
29
Ladle the remaining Marinara Sauce on top of Meat Filled shells but not on top of the Ricotta Filled shells.
30
TOPPING: Sprinkle shells with 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese.
31
Cover pan with aluminum foil.
32
Bake at 400F degrees for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, or until bubbling, and Meat Filled shells are fully cooked.
33
TO SERVE: Give each person an equal number of Ricotta Filled shells and Meat Filled shells.
34
Spoon Marinara Sauce over both.

4544

kcal

Calories

305

Fat

136

Carbs

298

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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Frequently Asked Questions

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

You need 38 ingredients. The key ingredients include: extra-virgin olive oil, 1 12 yellow onions, finely chopped (the half onion is for Meat Filling below), 4 garlic cloves, minced, 2 (15 ounce) cans diced tomatoes, and more.

Yes, Kate's Saucy Stuffed Shells 2 Ways (3 Cheese & Sausage Meat) falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
4544 kcal
Category
Meat & Poultry

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