Pirate Pasta Shells Recipe

Name: Pirate Pasta Shells
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 package (12 ounces) jumbo pasta shells; 3 logs (11 ounces each) fresh goat cheese or 2 cartons (15 ounces each) whole-milk ricotta cheese; 1 cup minced fresh basil; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce; 1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese; Zucchini strips, optional; Additional marinara sauce, optional

Servings: persons

1 package (12 ounces) jumbo pasta shells
3 logs (11 ounces each) fresh goat cheese or 2 cartons (15 ounces each) whole-milk ricotta cheese
1 cup minced fresh basil
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
Zucchini strips, optional
Additional marinara sauce, optional

1
Preheat oven to 425u00b0. Cook pasta shells according to package directions for al dente; drain.
2
Meanwhile, in a large bowl, mix goat cheese, basil, Parmesan cheese, garlic and salt. Spread 1-1/4 cups marinara sauce into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish.
3
Fill each shell with 1 rounded tablespoon cheese mixture; arrange over sauce. Pour remaining sauce over shells. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. If desired, make X's over the top using crisscrossed zucchini strips.
4
Bake, covered, 25 minutes. Bake, uncovered, 5-10 minutes longer or until heated through and cheese is melted. If desired, warm additional sauce and serve with shells.

537

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* 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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 package (12 ounces) jumbo pasta shells, 3 logs (11 ounces each) fresh goat cheese or 2 cartons (15 ounces each) whole-milk ricotta cheese, 1 cup minced fresh basil, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, and more.

Yes, Pirate Pasta 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.

Pirate Pasta Shells

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