Makeover Easy Beef-Stuffed Shells Recipe

Name: Makeover Easy Beef-Stuffed Shells
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 20 uncooked jumbo pasta shells; 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean); 1 large onion, chopped; 1 medium green pepper, chopped; 1-1/4 cups reduced-fat ricotta cheese; 1-1/2 cups shredded reduced-fat Italian cheese blend, divided; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1/4 cup prepared pesto; 1 large egg, lightly beaten; 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained; 1 can (8 ounces) no-salt-added tomato sauce; 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Servings: persons

20 uncooked jumbo pasta shells
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 large onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1-1/4 cups reduced-fat ricotta cheese
1-1/2 cups shredded reduced-fat Italian cheese blend, divided
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup prepared pesto
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (8 ounces) no-salt-added tomato sauce
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

1
Cook pasta according to package directions to al dente; drain and rinse in cold water. In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. In a large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, 1 cup Italian cheese blend, Parmesan cheese, pesto, egg and half of the beef mixture.
2
In a small bowl, combine the tomatoes, tomato sauce and Italian seasoning. Spread 3/4 cup into a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Spoon cheese mixture into pasta shells; place in baking dish. Combine remaining beef mixture and tomato mixture; spoon over shells. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
3
Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Cover and bake at 350u00b0 for 40 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

2402

kcal

Calories

Fat

383

Carbs

101

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 20 uncooked jumbo pasta shells, 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean), 1 large onion, chopped, 1 medium green pepper, chopped, and more.

Yes, Makeover Easy Beef-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.

Makeover Easy Beef-Stuffed Shells

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